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The Doctor of Psychological Science in Clinical Psychology is an instructional program offering professional education in clinical psychology. This program is delivered in collaboration with clinical psychology departments within the Health Services Executive and other organizations. Its goal is to equip students with comprehensive training in clinical practice, academic knowledge, and research methodologies to develop skilled clinical psychologists for healthcare systems.
Career Prospects
Professionally trained clinical psychologists can pursue careers across diverse healthcare, legal, and social service environments. Additional opportunities are available within educational systems and academic institutions. While most DPsychSc (Clinical) graduates secure positions in the HSE, some find employment with organizations like the Brothers of Charity Services and the Irish Prison Service.
Candidates must hold a degree or PDip in psychology recognised by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) as granting eligibility for graduate membership of PSI. The qualification must be at least upper Second Class Honours level (barring exceptional circumstances). Qualifications deemed equivalent by the College of Arts may also be accepted.
At least one year of practical and/or research experience relevant to clinical psychology is generally required. Successful applicants are expected to have a means of transport to enable them to participate in all elements of the programme, including undertaking supervised clinical placements in health settings.
English Language Requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall, no less than 5.5 in any one component; Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall; Cambridge C2 Advanced (CPE): 180 overall; TOEFL: 88 overall (7 Listening, 16 Speaking, 18 Writing, 8 Reading); Pearson PTE: 61 overall, no less than 48 in any one component.