University of Plymouth
Course code:
2100
Course length:
3 years (full-time)
Phone:
01752 586701
Administration email:
[email protected]
Overview
Who can apply:
We do not accept applicants who have not yet graduated
Qualifications:
GBC required at the time of application
Completed a degree in Psychology, or other degree plus a conversion course (at diploma or Masters level)
Experience:
A minimum of 12 months clinical experience is required
Please see the Entry Requirements section of our website for details of our preferred experience
Residence:
Home fee status: you must complete the relevant information about your residence status in your application.
International Applicants: We are preparing to accept self-funded applications from International Applicants for our 2025 intake via our Plymouth University admissions process, please check our website for updates and information about how to apply.
Application:
We do not have any additional tests as part of short-listing
Disability:
Whilst we welcome applications from people with disabilities, we do not apply the Disability Confident Scheme
Document requirements:
Please provide a document confirming your GBC status, plus:
- Undergraduate degree TRANSCRIPT
- Conversion course TRANSCRIPT (if completed)
Professional accreditation
This course does not accept prior learning (APEL).
This course is accredited by:
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Association of Family Therapy (AFT) Level 1 (Intermediate level option)
- Seeking BABCP Level 1 course accreditation
Approach and theories
Our 5 core themes
- Psychological approaches and models of intervention
- Core competence for clinical psychology
- The Person in Context – Life-span development frameworks
- Psychological Problems: Distress, Coping, Risk and Resilience
- Personal and Professional Development
Models and theories
- Cognitive-behavioural, including third wave models such as ACT and CFT
- Systemic
- Community and critical Psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Clinical Leadership
Placement locations
- Clinical Placements are located in Cornwall, Plymouth, and South Devon.
- A trainee will be allocated to a placement area and carry out their placements in that area for the 3 years of the course. This may be varied under special circumstances.
- Many placements within the South West require travel to locations that are not accessible by public transport so the ability to travel independently is essential.
- Reasonable adjustments will be made for trainees with disabilities affecting driving.
Last updated:
12th May 2025