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Doctor of Psychotherapy by Professional Studies (DPsych)

Doctor of Psychotherapy by Professional Studies (DPsych)

Different course options

Full time | Online Campus | 3 years | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

DCounsPsych - Doctorate in Counselling Psychology

Subject areas

Psychotherapy

Course Summary

Course Overview

The Doctor of Psychotherapy by Professional Studies (DPsych) is a unique post-qualification training programme offered collaboratively by Middlesex University and Metanoia Institute. This programme is designed for accredited therapists, counsellors, and related professionals aiming to develop advanced research skills while deepening their practice. Delivered entirely online, the course allows students to conceptualise, design, carry out, and report original research related to their professional practice. Successful completion leads to the award of a DPsych, equivalent to a PhD, and provides a robust foundation for publication and further professional development.

Who is it for?

The programme takes between three and seven years to complete and is aimed at accredited therapists, counsellors, counselling psychologists and suitably qualified practitioners from related professions. The programme draws on extensive theoretical and practical resources to enable the student to understand, conduct and publish research at a professionally acceptable level. Generally, a research topic selected by the student should relate to their professional practice/experience. The programme encourages theoretical and methodological diversity and aims to generate quality research projects that are relevant to the real-life issues in therapeutic/counselling practice.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

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International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£13,150

Entry requirements

  • A first degree in psychotherapy, counselling, psychology, or a related discipline, with a minimum of a 2:1 classification.
  • Accreditation with UKCP, BACP, BPS, or an international equivalent.

University information

Located in Ealing, West London, Metanoia Institute offers industry-recognised professional training courses at postgraduate and undergraduate level, as well as a range of CPD courses. Programmes feature extensive work placement opportunities and focus on the development of flexible and compassionate therapeutic skills. Students learn from industry experts and develop their academic knowledge alongside their clinical skillset. Degree...more