Clinical Psychology
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | On-Campus | Full-time, Part-time | 1 - 2 years | September | find out | find out |
About Clinical Psychology, MSc - at University of Kent
By studying the MSc Clinical Psychology at Kent, you will enhance your knowledge and critical understanding of mental health, explore psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention, and create your own clinical research to establish yourself in the field.
You'll learn from clinical experts with real-world experience, embracing the scientist-practitioner model. The course is co-designed by academics, professional clinical psychologists, students, and those with lived experience, ensuring you explore up-to-date developments that are relevant to real world practice.
Our course is designed to be engaging and experiential, and you'll have access to a signposting database to help you gain clinical experience. You will gain a deep understanding of the psychological models of clinical disorders, develop therapeutic skills, and build your confidence in working with individuals facing mental health challenges.
Finally, through a clinically relevant research project, you'll prepare for a future PhD or clinical psychology doctorate, which you'll need to launch a career as a qualified clinical psychologist in the UK.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Kent to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Kent
- In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Kent has been ranked 387th in the world and 50th within the UK
- Kent has been ranked a TOp 50 UK University in the Complete University Guide 2026
- 97% of research at Kent was found to be of international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (an independant national survey of UK universities
- Over 250 clubs and societies including a range of sporting, performance, cultural and faith groups. Share your interests and make lifelong friends around the world.
- Canterbury and Medway is 60 mins from London by high-speed train.
- Multimillion-pound scholarship fund,stunning locations, first-class facilities, and a diverse, inclusive and supportive community
- Dedicated postgraduate graduate and research college that provides extensive support in every part of your study experience – wellbeing, resources, workshops and career preparation.