Should I apply this year?
Deferrals, work experience and other study
The exact starting date varies from course to course but they all start between early September and early October and have only one intake each year.
Have you already done NHS-funded training?
Deferred entry
There is no system of deferred entry. If you already know that you cannot start in autumn 2026, please do not apply.
Courses may sometimes allow deferred entry in unforeseen circumstances but this is not guaranteed.
Work experience
Some courses require a minimum length of time for relevant experience (e.g. 12 months) before you apply.
- Please see the Entry Requirements section for details
Other degrees
Universities will not usually let you enrol on a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology if you are already enrolled on another qualification e.g. a PhD or masters.
If you have any outstanding requirements from another qualification when the clinical course starts, you may have to withdraw from that qualification to be able to start or continue your Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
- Please see the Courses section for the requirements of individual courses
Last updated:
1st September 2025