Overview
The teaching, research and continuous professional training programme of the section of Clinical Psychology has a clear focus on the development, understanding and intervention for psychological difficulties across the lifespan.
The main areas of taught study are the professional training programmes in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsychol) and in Applied Psychology for Children and Young People (MSc). We hold a strong ethos of research based teaching and aim to integrate doctoral and PhD level study with our developing programmes of research.
We further offer programmes of training in psychological therapies and Continuous Professional Development aim at graduate study and professionals working in health and mental health related services.
MSc in Applied Psychology for Children and Young People
A taught Masters which trains psychology graduates to become competent practitioners in applied psychology for children, young people and families. Delivered over one year full-time.
PGCert/PGDip/MSc in Children & Young People's Mental Health and Psychological Practice
A new postgraduate programme which offers advanced study in psychological theory and its clinical application for practitioners working in the field of child and adolescent mental health.
PGCert/PGDip/MSc in Children & Young People's Mental Health and Psychological Practice
PGCert CBT for Children and Young People (cyCBT)
A new postgraduate programme providing foundation skills in cognitive-behavioural therapy for children and adolescents. This programme comprises two courses: cyCBT Theory & Practice and cyCBT Supervsied Practice
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
The Doctorate in Clinical Psychology is a taught professional practice programme leading to a BPS accredited and HPC approved qualification.
PhD/MSc by Research
An advanced research degree focusing on a topic of personal interest and relevance to Clinical Psychology. PhD - from 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time. MSc by Research - from 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.
MSc in Health and Social Care (online)
With the option to specialise at Postgraduate Certificate level in Children and Young People's Mental Health.
Continuing Professional Development courses
Clinical Psychology offers a varied Continuing Professional Development programme for practitioners working in the field of mental health.
Study resources
Study resources for current Clinical Psychology students. Includes course handbooks, timetables and access to e-learning materials. (An EASE password is required for some restricted content)
This article was published on Apr 30, 2012