Overview

    Study MSc Clinical Neuropsychology at Canterbury Christ Church University and gain the final component required for eligibility to register on the BPS Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists (SRCN).

    This part-time, fully online programme is designed for HCPC-registered practitioner psychologists who have already completed a BPS-recognised 'knowledge component' and hold a research exemption.

    The course offers two pathways: a two-year, 60 credit, part-time route with structured support in case log preparation and clinical study development, or a one-year advanced standing part-time route for qualified applicants with substantial prior experience.

    Both options deliver high-quality, clinically relevant, part-time learning through live online teaching, case-based seminars, and progress meetings with the Course Director, ensuring you can fit your studies around other commitments.

    What you’ll learn

    • Develop advanced clinical reasoning through case-based seminars and applied supervision.
    • Apply neuropsychological theory and assessment techniques directly to professional practice.
    • Enhance your clinical portfolio with structured support in logs, case studies, and vivas.
    • Collaborate with experienced practitioners in a dynamic, supportive online learning environment.
    • Progress toward BPS Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists (SRCN) registration* with expert academic and professional guidance.

    You’ll benefit from expert academic guidance, extensive digital resources, and a collaborative online community of practitioners. The course is designed to be both structured and flexible, allowing you to engage from anywhere in the UK whilst balancing professional commitments.

    Who is this course for?

    This MSc is ideal for:

    • HCPC-registered practitioner psychologists
    • with a research exemption and
    • who has completed an award via any BPS recognised or accredited 'knowledge component' route.

    This course is suitable for professionals who are aiming to complete the clinical practice requirements for BPS SRCN registration. It’s suited to professionals seeking to enhance their clinical expertise, gain recognition in neuropsychology, and progress into advanced specialist or leadership roles.

    *Please note there are prerequisites to admission.

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    Entry requirements

    Candidate criteria

    • Candidates must be HCPC registered in either Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
    • Candidates must be in UK clinical practice (and thus HCPC registered) at the time of undertaking the course.
    • Candidates must have Completion of the Knowledge component required for entry onto the SRCN either via the BPS route, or completion of a BPS accredited PGDip Clinical Neuropsychology.

    ALL eligible applicants will be invited to an intake interview to ascertain course suitability (e.g. appropriate supervision arrangements and clinical case studies).

    Application information for Advanced Standing Applicants (12-month route) only

    Whilst the course is two years in duration there is a process for completion in one year as candidates can apply for advanced standing and enter the course in year 2.

    If you wish to join the course in the second year (with advanced standing due to backdating), you will need to provide evidence of a period of 12 months backdated clinical work.

    This will need to be submitted via a clinical experience form for advanced standing. However, this does not need to be submitted with your application. This will be requested once a place has been offered.

    With your application, please complete and upload the following documents:

    International students

    If English is not your first language you require an IELTS overall score of 7.0 with no element below 6.5 in speaking, listening, and reading for HCPC registration and this postgraduate course.

    Module information

    Core/optional modules

    *Modules subject to approval

    Related courses

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    PgDip

    Postgraduate
    September 2026

    Fees

    Tuition Fees for 2026/27 have not yet been finalised. These course web pages will be updated with Tuition Fee information once they have been agreed.

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