A 2:1 (or higher) degree in psychology with a Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the British Psychological Society (BPS), or a BPS-accredited conversion qualification conferring GBC. Applicants must have a minimum of one year experience - either full-time or part-time - in mental health, counselling, clinical, or therapeutic work that includes some face-to-face therapeutic contact. Experience can be paid or voluntary. Please note an applicant’s experience must go beyond befriending or mentoring. Experience outside of mental health will not be considered. Qualification in counselling skills training (min 35 hours), such as a certificate or diploma level award (e.g., Metanoia’s Certificate in Therapeutic Skills and Studies or equivalent) For students whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.5 in each component) is required unless you have a prior higher education qualification taught in English. Applicants must have the right to live, work, and study in the UK at the time of application. Clinical placements must be undertaken within the UK, and supervisors must be registered with a UK-based professional body. References x1 (from an academic, a relevant employment, or voluntary role) Please note: The DCPsych programme attracts a large number of applications each year, making the selection process highly competitive. As a result, only the most suitable candidates will be offered a place. Decisions are made by both the admissions and programme team based on the evidence provided throughout the application process