Coventry and Warwick

School of Health and Care | Coventry University (Years 1 & 2)
Department of Psychology | University of Warwick (Year 3)

Course code:

400

Course length:

3 years (full-time)

Website:

https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/pg/hls/clinical-psychology-dcli/

Phone:

You can email any enquiries after checking all 6 pages below, which cover most FAQs

Administration email:

[email protected]

Overview

Who can apply:

We do not accept applicants who have not yet graduated

Qualifications:

Minimum entry criteria: 1st or 2:1 undergraduate psychology degree OR 2:2 undergraduate psychology degree plus at least a master’s degree in a relevant subject area

Experience:

Minimum 24 months clinical and/or academic experience

Residence:

Home Fee status required
We do not accept applicants with overseas fees status

Application:

We do not have any additional tests as part of short-listing

Disability:

We do not participate in the Disability Confident scheme

Document requirements:

Please provide a document confirming your GBC status, plus:

  • Undergraduate degree TRANSCRIPT
  • Undergraduate degree CERTIFICATE
  • Conversion course TRANSCRIPT (if completed)
  • Conversion course CERTIFICATE (if completed)
  • Any other Masters degree CERTIFICATE (if completed)
  • Any other Postgraduate degree CERTIFICATE (if completed)

Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by:

  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)

Approach and theories

  • Cognitive-behavioural model
  • Psychodynamic model
  • Third wave cognitive models/approaches
  • Systemic approaches

Placement locations

Trainees are employed by the Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust for the full duration of their training.

Placements & Travel: Core placements span Coventry, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, and Herefordshire. You should be prepared to travel throughout this geographical area.

Location & Transport: To minimise travel time, we recommend living within the programme’s catchment area. As public transport can be limited, a valid driving licence and access to independent transport are essential, except where reasonable adjustments apply.

Last updated:

22nd June 2026