3Applying2027 entry
How to apply
One application through the Clearing House, for up to four courses.
In this guide: routes in, experience, the application form, applying again.
Your checklist
Your courses
What each one sets before interview, and asks for in experience and degree class. You chose these on your dashboard.You chose these in this browser.
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Bangor University
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 5 to Friday 9 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- Only with a completed PhD.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
Cardiff University
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 12 April and Monday 19 to Friday 23 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 9 months
- A 2:2
- Only with a completed academic PhD.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
Coventry and Warwick
- Test
- We could not find this published.
- Interviews
- Not publishedSelection, checked
- Experience
- No amount stated
- A 2:2
- Only with a master’s in a relevant subject.
Not recruiting through the Clearing House for 2027 entry; applications go directly to Coventry University. Its page still shows the 2026/27 requirements and says the 2027 details will be published before applications open.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
King's College London
- Test
- The course states it uses no short-listing test.
- Interviews
- “one face-to-face interview between 18th-20th May 2027”Selection, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- Not considered.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
Lancaster University
- Test
- A published reasoning test before interview. Timing: 8 to 22 February 2027. The window opens at 10:00 am on the first day and closes at 11:59 pm on the last, on Lancaster's own page; the Clearing House short-listing list, updated 7 September 2026, gives 11 to 25 February.
- Interviews
- “First round interviews (AM or PM): Monday 22nd March 2027, Tuesday 23rd March 2027, Wednesday 24th March 2027. Second round interviews (~90 minutes): Monday 5th April 2027, Tuesday 6th April 2027, Wednesday 7th April 2027, Thursday 8th April 2027, Friday 9th April 2027.”Course page, checked
- Experience
- No minimum set
- A 2:2
- No degree class requirement of any kind.
Sources: Selection, checked ; Entry requirements, checked .
Newcastle University
- Test
- The course states it uses no short-listing test.
- Interviews
- “Monday 12 to Friday 16 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With evidence of later academic achievement, such as a relevant PhD or a master’s at merit or distinction.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
Oxford
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Thursday 22 to Friday 23 April and Monday 26 to Friday 30 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- No amount stated
- A 2:2
- Expects a 2:1 or first. Says nothing further about a 2:2.
- Driving licence
- A full UK licence, with evidence emailed to the course by 31 December 2026. Adjustments for disability.
In the course’s words
With the exception of those candidates in need of reasonable adjustments to enable attendance as a result of disability, candidates must have a full UK valid driving licence, and submit evidence of this driving licence to the Oxford DClinPsy admissions email address by 31st December 2026.
Sources: Selection, checked ; Entry requirements and Driving licence, checked .
Royal Holloway
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 24 to Friday 28 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With a postgraduate degree in a field related to clinical psychology.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
Salomons
- Test
- The course confirms a test exists but has not published its format for this cycle. Timing: February or March 2027. The course says successful applicants will be emailed by the end of February 2027 with an invitation and further information.
- Interviews
- “Interviews will be held from Tuesday 27th April to Friday 30th April 2027.”Selection, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With a completed relevant PhD, or a completed relevant master’s at 65% or above, merit or distinction.
- Driving licence
- A licence valid in the UK, and a copy when the university asks. If a disability means you cannot drive, email the course with medical evidence before you submit.
In the course’s words
applicants must hold a valid driving licence which permits the holder to drive in the UK. The university will ask for a copy of your driving licence as part of the application process.
Applicants who have a disability that means they cannot drive must email the course before submitting their application and provide supporting documentation from a registered medical practitioner stating that their disability prevents them from driving.
Alternatively, applicants can submit evidence that they have been in receipt of Access to Work funding for a disability that would prevent them from driving, within the last two years. A decision will then be taken over whether the driving licence requirement can be waived.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked ; Driving licence, checked .
Trent
- Test
- A written task before interview, assessed by the course. Timing: Saturday 20 February 2027, at the University of Lincoln
- Interviews
- “Interviews usually take place in May and will be held in person.”Selection, checked
- “Monday 26 to Friday 30 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- The two sources differ, and we do not know which is right. Ask the course.
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With a higher degree, or if you meet its contextual admissions criteria.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University College London
- Test
- The course states it uses no short-listing test.
- Interviews
- “Thursday 22 to Friday 23 April and Monday 26 to Friday 30 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Some must be paid
- A 2:2
- Asks for a high 2:1 (67% or above) in the degree that gives GBC. Says nothing further about a 2:2.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Bath
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Tuesday 11 to Thursday 13 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- Only with a relevant doctoral-level qualification.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Birmingham
- Test
- The course says it may add a test. Check its own pages.
- Interviews
- “Tuesday 4 to Friday 7 May and Monday 10 to Friday 14 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- Asks for a 2:1 or first. Says nothing about a 2:2.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of East Anglia
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 12 to Friday 16 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- No minimum set
- A 2:2
- Only with a completed research master’s, PhD or DPhil in which research is at least half the award. A taught master’s does not count.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of East London
- Test
- The course confirms a test exists but has not published its format for this cycle. Timing: February or March 2027
- Interviews
- “Monday 10 to Friday 14 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- Asks for a 2:1 or first with at least 60% overall. Says nothing about a 2:2.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Edinburgh
- Test
- Written questions or a questionnaire before interview. Timing: Usually sent in late January with a two-week deadline, according to the course's own page. The Clearing House short-listing list gives February or March.
- Interviews
- “Monday 10 to Friday 14 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- No amount stated
- A 2:2
- Asks for a mean mark of at least 61 over the final two years, and checks international degrees against a UK 2:1. Says nothing about a 2:2.
Sources: Selection, checked ; Entry requirements, checked .
University of Essex
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 19 to Wednesday 21 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With 65% or above in a research master’s or doctorate relevant to clinical psychology. The same applies to a low 2:1.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Exeter
- Test
- Written questions or a questionnaire before interview. Timing: February or March 2027. That is the Clearing House short-listing list, updated 7 September 2026, for “questionnaires which are not timed”; the course's own page gives no date for this cycle.
- Interviews
- “Monday 10 to Wednesday 12 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With a research master’s at merit or distinction, a PhD or a DPhil, or without a master’s if you meet its contextual admissions criteria.
Sources: Selection, checked ; Entry requirements, checked .
University of Glasgow
- Test
- The course says it may add a test. Check its own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 17 to Friday 21 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- No minimum set. Some must be paid
- A 2:2
- Welcomes a 2:1 or above. Says nothing about a 2:2.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Hertfordshire
- Test
- The course says it may add a test. Check its own pages.
- Interviews
- “Selection will be taking place between 4th and 7th May 2027.”Selection, checked
- Experience
- 24 months
- A 2:2
- With a pass or above in a master’s relevant to clinical psychology.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Leeds
- Test
- The course states it uses no short-listing test.
- Interviews
- “Tuesday 11 to Friday 14 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- Asks for a 2:1 or first. Says nothing about a 2:2.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Leicester
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “We will then invite 96 candidates to an Assessment Centre during Monday 19 April to Wednesday 28 April 2027 (weekdays only).”Selection, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- Not considered, even with postgraduate qualifications. Asks for a mid 2:1 (64%) or above.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Liverpool
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 26 to Friday 30 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- With clear and substantial evidence that the degree result does not reflect your academic ability.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Manchester
- Test
- A published reasoning test before interview. Timing: February or March 2027 on the Clearing House list; Lancaster's own page gives 8 to 22 February 2027 for its own applicants. Manchester's own page gives no date, and does not say whether its applicants sit in Lancaster's window.
- Interviews
- “Monday 19 to Friday 23 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- Asks for a 2:1 minimum. Says nothing further about a 2:2.
- Driving licence
- A full UK licence and your own transport, with your photocard shown when you accept an interview. Adjustments for disability or a long-term health condition.
In the course’s words
It is necessary that all applicants must possess a valid full UK driving licence and have regular access to their own transport to enable them to fulfil the requirements of placements (unless not driving constitutes a necessary and reasonable adjustment for someone with a disability or long term health condition). If offered an interview, candidates will be required to provide evidence of their photocard licence when confirming acceptance of interview offer; failure to show a valid full driving licence at interview will result in the offer of interview being withdrawn.
Sources: Selection, checked ; Entry requirements, checked ; Driving licence, checked .
University of Plymouth
- Test
- The course states it uses no short-listing test.
- Interviews
- “Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With a merit or distinction in a relevant psychology master’s, a CAP or CAAP master’s, or a completed PhD.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Sheffield
- Test
- A published reasoning test before interview. Timing: February or March 2027
- Interviews
- “Monday 22 to Thursday 25 March”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 18 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- Only with clear evidence that mitigating circumstances affected the result. Not normally otherwise, even with later qualifications.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Southampton
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 24 to Friday 28 May”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- Accepted: a first, 2:1 or 2:2, with GBC.
- Driving licence
- A full licence when you apply. Adjustments for disability.
In the course’s words
The Southampton Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Programme covers a wide and rural geographical area. Hence, all applicants to Southampton should possess a full valid Driving Licence at application (subject to reasonable adjustments for disability).
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked ; Driving licence, checked .
University of Staffordshire
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “In-person interviews will take place week beginning 10th May 2027”Selection, checked
- Experience
- 12 months. Must be paid
- A 2:2
- Not considered.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
University of Surrey
- Test
- The course states it uses no short-listing test.
- Interviews
- “Monday 12 to Friday 16 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With a master’s-level degree of at least 65% in an area relevant to clinical psychology.
- Driving licence
- A UK licence and access to transport, with proof two weeks before interview if short-listed. Adjustments for disability.
In the course’s words
The programme requires successful applicants to hold a current driving licence that is valid in the UK, and allows a motorised vehicle to be driven, and have access to transport for work purposes.
Short-listed candidates will be required to present proof of their valid driving licence two weeks prior to the interview (subject to reasonable adjustments for disability).
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked ; Driving licence, checked .
University of Teesside
- Test
- Neither the Clearing House nor the course names a test. Check the course’s own pages.
- Interviews
- “Monday 5 to Friday 9 April and Monday 12 to Friday 16 April”Clearing House 2027 list, NHS places, checked
- Experience
- 12 months
- A 2:2
- With a master’s-level degree.
Sources: Selection and Entry requirements, checked .
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How the Clearing House works
- Your referees write their statements on the Clearing House site and submit them there. You do not send them yourself.Clearing House, checked
- Your application goes to your courses once the Clearing House has checked your GBC document, both statements are in and the fee is paid in full. Applications are released in batches of about a hundred, and courses consider every batch equally.Clearing House, checked
- If a statement is still missing at the last release, your application goes without it.Clearing House, checked
- Each course short-lists on its own criteria, some set a test first, and each runs its own interviews.Clearing House, checked
Autumn 2026Typical, not publishedpassed
Choosing up to four courses
Source: Clearing House dates, checked .
Coventry and Warwick is not using the Clearing House for 2027 entry: you apply to Coventry University directly, on its own dates. See courses outside the Clearing House.
NHS places need the right to work in the UK without restriction, and most need home fee status. If you have started NHS-funded training in the psychological professions, you may need a gap first: two years in England. The funding gap rule
Clearing House, checked
A BPS email confirming GBC, a final transcript that states it, or a letter from your university in the form the Clearing House sets out. The BPS asks for at least eight weeks to process a membership application. How to get GBC
Clearing House, checked
They differ on experience, paid work and degree class, and one you do not meet can rule you out for that course. What each course asks for
Clearing House, checked
One academic, and one who has seen your work in a relevant role, ideally your current employer.
Clearing House, checked
The Clearing House contacts them as soon as you do, and needs a workplace email address for each.
Clearing House, checked
Final, official documents from your university. Some courses ask for more. Documents each course asks for
Clearing House, checked
Every course accepts IELTS Academic, at a score from 6.5 to 8.0 depending on the course. The test should be no more than two years old when the course starts.
Clearing House, checked
All 7 ticked.
21 October 2026Published datepassed
Last day for the £20 Clearing House fee
Source: Clearing House fees, checked .
The Clearing House fee is £20 by this date and £35 after it, for one course or four. After this date it can be paid later or in two instalments. Your application is not released until the fee is paid in full.
The £20 fee has closed: it is now £35, paid when you submit or later.
Ticked: you submitted and paid the £20 fee in time.
Its task is ticked.
18 November 2026, 1:00 pmPublished datepassed
Applications close
Source: Clearing House submission, checked .
Download it from the Overview or Review screen to see your documents as the courses will. Once you submit, you cannot change your courses. Late applications are not accepted, even after a last-minute computer failure. What the form asks
Tick “Provide later” for the GBC document and email it to the Clearing House when it arrives. Upload course documents yourself when you have them.
Clearing House, checked
All 2 ticked.
November 2026 to 29 January 2027Published datepassed
Applications released to courses
Source: Clearing House dates, checked .
Courses are told about anything uploaded after release, and decide how to treat it. Anything added after the final release is unlikely to reach short-listing.
Clearing House, checked
Its task is ticked.
December 2026 to mid-March 2027Published datepassed
Short-listing tests, if your courses use one
Source: Clearing House dates, checked .
Most courses do not test before interview. Those that do set their own dates within this window. Which courses test
Clearing House, checked
For a test or an interview, contact the course or its university’s disability service. Disclosing a disability is your choice at every stage.
Clearing House, checked
All 2 ticked.
4 December 2026Published datepassed
Suitability statements due
Source: Clearing House dates, checked .
The first screen of your application shows their status. If one is still missing at the last release, your application goes without it.
Clearing House, checked
Its task is ticked.
If two interviews fall on the same day, contact both courses. If they cannot resolve it, the Clearing House will advise. What each interview involves
Clearing House, checked
Its task is ticked.
By 2 April 2027Published datepassed
Short-listing decisions confirmed
Source: Clearing House dates, checked .
Courses may contact you by email, phone or post, and their emails are often filtered as spam. Keep the contact details on your application current.
Clearing House, checked
Its task is ticked.
It lets reserve lists move, and the place may be somebody else’s first choice. If you are on the reserve list for your first choice, hold no more than one offer while you wait.
Clearing House, checked
Its task is ticked.
Accepting is final and cancels every other application, offer, interview and reserve place you hold. Some courses also ask you to contact them directly.
A criminal record check through the DBS or Disclosure Scotland, a health assessment, proof of identity and right to work, original certificates, and references that may cover any gaps in your history.
Clearing House, checked
All 2 ticked.
If it applies
Not everyone needs these, so they are not counted.
1 December 2026Published datepassed
Source: Clearing House fees, checked .
If you chose to pay later, go back to the Checkout page from your application overview.
Its task is ticked.
5 January 2027Published datepassed
Source: Clearing House fees, checked .
Your application goes to courses only once the fee is paid in full.
Its task is ticked.
Documents some courses ask for
Every course wants your GBC document and a transcript for the degree that gave you GBC. The Documents screen in your application lists what each of your courses needs, and providing it is your responsibility.
Documents for each of the 30 courses
- Bangor University
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- Cardiff University
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- Degree certificates, not only transcripts
Entry requirements, checked
- Coventry and Warwick
Nothing beyond the basics.
Course page, checked
- King's College London
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
Entry requirements, checked
- Lancaster University
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- Newcastle University
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- Oxford
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- A-level or equivalent certificates
- Evidence of a UK-valid driving licence, with adjustments for disability
Entry requirements, checked
- Royal Holloway
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- Salomons
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- Evidence of a UK-valid driving licence, with adjustments for disability
Entry requirements, checked
- Trent
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- University College London
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- A letter giving your overall percentage, if your transcript lacks one
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Bath
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- A letter giving your overall percentage, if your transcript lacks one
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Birmingham
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- Your first degree’s documents too, if you took a conversion course
Entry requirements, checked
- University of East Anglia
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- Degree certificates, not only transcripts
Entry requirements, checked
- University of East London
- Your first degree’s documents too, if you took a conversion course
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Edinburgh
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Essex
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Exeter
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- Degree certificates, not only transcripts
- A letter giving your overall percentage, if your transcript lacks one
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Glasgow
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Hertfordshire
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Leeds
Nothing beyond the basics.
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Leicester
- Your first degree’s documents too, if you took a conversion course
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Liverpool
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Manchester
- Degree certificates, not only transcripts
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Plymouth
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Sheffield
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- Degree certificates, not only transcripts
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Southampton
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Staffordshire
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
- Degree certificates, not only transcripts
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Surrey
- Evidence of a UK-valid driving licence, with adjustments for disability
Entry requirements, checked
- University of Teesside
- Documents for each completed postgraduate degree
Entry requirements, checked
Source: Clearing House, checked .
Courses outside the Clearing House
Coventry and Warwick is not using the Clearing House for 2027 entry: you apply to Coventry University directly, on its own dates. The BPS also lists doctorates at Hull and Belfast that take applications directly; they are not covered here.
Sources: Clearing House, checked ; Coventry University, checked ; BPS, checked .
Sources
The Clearing House for Postgraduate Courses in Clinical Psychology rewrites its guidance every summer. Check its pages before you rely on anything here.
All 20 sources
- Clearing House: Dates to remember. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Documents for courses. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Choosing who to nominate. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Releasing applications. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Have we got your suitability statements? Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Short-listing. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Offers of places. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Coventry and Warwick, entry requirements. Updated ; checked .
- Coventry University: Clinical Psychology Doctorate. Checked .
- BPS: Clinical psychologist job profile. Checked .
- Clearing House: Entry requirements. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Documents — GBC. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Submitting suitability statements. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Documents — English test. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Fees you pay. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Submit your application. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Late documents. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Applicants with disabilities. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Interviews. Updated ; checked .
- Clearing House: Checks required when a place is offered. Updated ; checked .