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PostgraduateMA

Clinical Psychotherapy

King's College London, University of London
London, England
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Course Overview

The MA Clinical Psychotherapy at King's College London, University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about improving patient care. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. This is a unique course that brings together psychoanalytic thought with biological and cognitive processes as well as a strong foundation in research methods and analysis. Study at King’s renowned Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) where you will learn from world-leading experts and practising psychoanalysts, psychotherapists and psychiatrists. You will be introduced to foundational papers and special topics in psychoanalysis from psychosomatic disorders to neuroscience, as well as research-led advances in biological and cognitive processes, individual differences, ... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Psychoanalytic Theory and Practice
Research Methods and Statistics in Clinical Psychology
Biological Foundations of Psychopathology
Cognitive and Individual Differences
Psychosomatic Disorders and Neuroscience
Clinical Observership and Placement
Psychotherapy in Mental Health Practice
Advanced Research Project in Clinical Psychotherapy
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementPostgraduate Diploma Upon successful completion of the Postgraduate Certificate, and with agreement from the programme team, participants can apply to continue their study into the Diploma level. The second module at this level, Researching Clinical Education, which is required to continue onto the masters level but is otherwise optional at the diploma level, takes this a step further by encouraging participants to develop their own plan for designing and conducting an appropriate enquiry in the

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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💼 Employment Breakdown

67%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
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About King's College London, University of London

King's College London, University of London offers Clinical Psychotherapy as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#31QS World
#6UK Ranking
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