Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 48 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027; Apply before Feb 2027
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT 95 (or new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score 5)
- PTE Academic 76
- IELTS 7
Overview
The Forensic Clinical Psychology doctorate from University of Birmingham trains reflective scientist-practitioners to creatively tackle diverse psychological challenges, blending clinical and forensic approaches. With a growing need for expertise in both disciplines, you’ll be equipped to address mental health issues in prison, probation, and forensic settings.
Gain dual qualifications (BPS and HCPC approved) at the doctoral level, unlocking opportunities to practice in forensic, clinical, or combined environments. Through cutting-edge research, you’ll expand the field’s knowledge base and improve forensic clinical practices, shaping better outcomes and enhancing public safety. Push the boundaries of psychology and make a lasting impact.
Career opportunities
This course equips you with the dual qualifications of a clinical and forensic psychologist, empowering you to work at the highest level within both fields.
Perfect for those aiming to excel in forensic mental health, you'll master risk assessment and public protection, while addressing overlooked mental health needs in forensic settings. With high demand for accredited professionals, your career prospects are bright, opening doors to impactful roles in a dynamic and rewarding field.
Programme Structure
Research themes:
- Research focuses on areas where forensic and clinical psychology intersect, such as therapeutic work in forensic hospitals and prions, as well as risk in clinical settings and considerations of wellbeing and mental health in criminal justice domains.
Check out the full curriculum: Visit programme website
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT 95 (or new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score 5)
- PTE Academic 76
- IELTS 7
Other requirements
- 2:1 Honours degree in Psychology that confers Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) from the British Psychological Society.
- A 2:2 degree classification that confers GBC plus a Masters degree would be considered equivalent to the above criteria. A Masters degree or other relevant academic qualifications would also support an application. Conversion degrees that confer GBC are also acceptable.
- Enhanced DBS check
- No criminal convictions (Psychology is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act so no criminal convictions are ever considered 'spent')
- At least 12 months of relevant experience working in a clinical and/or forensic setting which has involved face-to-face contact with clients under the supervision of a qualified clinical or forensic psychologist (where this is not possible, such as in the case of international students, please contact the admissions tutor for advice on meeting this requirement)
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD. International students: 53,052 AUD/year (≈ 28,080 GBP/year). Domestic students: 30,437 AUD/year (≈ 16,110 GBP/year).
Living costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom: 1,445–2,142 AUD/month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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