Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

How to apply 

Applications for entry in September 2027 will open from 1st November 2026

• Applicant Timeline 
• Guidance Notes (entry 2026)
• Newspaper Advert 

The following two forms must BOTH be completed for full submission: 

1. DClin Psych Application Form - Download (when available here), complete and upload to your College application.
2. College Application  **Applications are currently closed**

The application fee paid to College is non-refundable and candidates are advised that they should make themselves available for the assessment on the notified date (please refer to applicant's timeline above). 

Candidates’ inability to attend the assessment on the designated date will not constitute grounds for a refund of the application fee. Alternative dates for the assessment will not be possible/considered. 

• Course Director:
  • Dr. Kevin Tierney
  • Email: tiernen@tcd.ie

• Course Office Contact Details:
  
  • Telephone: +353-1-896 3915 / +353-1-896 2425
  • Email: dclinpsych@tcd.ie
• Course Duration
  • 3 years
• Opening date for applications:
  • 1st November 2027
• Closing date for applications:
  • 16th November 2027

Course Overview

The Doctorate in Clinical Psychology is designed to provide high quality post-graduate professional training in Clinical Psychology leading to the award of a doctoral qualification. The course is designed to produce clinical psychologists who are equipped with the skills to respond flexibly to the changing demands of the Irish health and related services. A core value in the course is the emphasis on linking theory and practice, informed by the reflective scientist practitioner philosophy of integrated training in research methods, academic knowledge and clinical experience.

Within the three years, the course provides an intensive and systematic programme of training, equipping each student to meet the challenges facing clinical psychology and to make a unique contribution to the Irish Health Services.