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University of Southampton: Clinical Psychology
| Institution | University of Southampton |
|---|---|
| Department | Psychology |
| Web | http://www.southampton.ac.uk |
| AdmissionsPGT.ELS@soton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 023 8059 4732 |
DClinPsych
Summary
Join a global top 100* research-intensive university and study a mixture of taught and research components on this Clinical Psychology programme.
This route gives you eligibility for registration with the HCPC as a Clinical Psychologist, upon completion of this BPS accredited and HCPC approved programme.
You'll learn theoretical and empirical approaches to clinical psychology to develop competence as an applied psychologist and scientist practitioner.
This degree includes core modules in clinical psychology and research methods, a small-scale research project and a research thesis. Practitioner modules give you NHS experience in clinical services. This route is funded by the NHS.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | Minimum upper second class degree in psychology or equivalent conferring Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) by BPS, plus relevant work experience plus satisfactory performance at interview. |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
MSc
Summary
About this course Explore Clinical Psychology at a global top 100* university.
Start your career in clinical psychology and learn the key therapy skills required of a clinical psychologist such as counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Your future career
Our vibrant learning environment actively encourages knowledge-sharing between students and academics. You'll listen, learn and share at regular psychology seminars from the Centre for Innovation in Mental Health (CIMH). You'll also get the unique opportunity to learn from NHS clinicians whose teaching will bring the latest case studies from UK healthcare.
You'll graduate with the transferable skills and confidence required to step into the real world and pursue a career in psychology.
Key features of this course At Southampton, you'll:
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learn how to combine research and methodology to treat patients worlwide, whilst exploring and assessing the service provision of clinical psychology in the UK and internationally
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learn core therapeutic skills including counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
apply ethical and professional practice principles of clinical psychology - learn advanced data analytical skills
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develop and apply leadership skills
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look at the global challenges and management of mental health
Further information Our MSc is recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as counting towards continued professional development. Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in psychology, including statistics modules; other degrees considered in conjunction with an approved BPS conversion course. Experience of working in a mental health setting is desirable. |
| Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
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