OpenFieldDoctorate in Counseling Psychology (DPsych) Clinical Traineeship
Three-year practitioner doctorate qualifying graduates for HCPC registration as Practitioner Psychologists, with clinical placements across NHS trusts and private clinics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- UK 2:1 honours degree in psychology conferring Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the BPS
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 with no band lower than 7.0
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Proof of at least 100 hours of face-to-face counseling skills practice and clinical case essay
- Recommendation letters
- Two professional references, including one clinical supervisor
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Subsidized clinical supervision and NHS placement travel expense reimbursements
- Application fee
- £50
- Tuition / joining costs
- £14,500/year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Regent's University London documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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