Applying to a Psychology PhD in the UK: Tips and...help?

[Cassidy]

US resident here.  I have my Bachelor's in Psychology (3.76 gpa) and my Masters in Clinical Psychology (4.0; Outstanding Graduate Student)

 

I currently work at a private practice doing clinical interviews and psychometric testing (administering tests to assess cognitive abilities, IQ, personality, etc.)

 

I've been trying to formulate a plan for pursuing my PhD and have, for a long time, wanted to do it in the UK for many many reasons and think I'm finally ready to take the plunge, put myself on the line.  

 

Any tips or advice? Should I go ahead and reach out to professors? Anyone out there already an international psychology student who got accepted? I would also gladly welcome any psychology PhD students from the UK about what they did to get in (give me your valuable, valuable advice).

 

I am looking for any and all advice, as I know applying can be a delicate process and I want to make sure I am doing it right.  

 

I also have advice to give to anyone applying to a US program so, see, fair trades. 

[Saman]

As far as I know, the admission process is not that tough given what it takes to apply to US universities. You just need at least 3 years of working experience to qualify for the admission in addition to your master's degree. Rest is available on their departmental websites.

 

Best of luck !!  

[MC1]

Check this website. 

http://www.jobs.ac.uk/jobs/psychology

 

I know a lots of students start their PhD immediately after their UG and some do after Masters. My suggestion is start talking to Professors and they may direct you to more information. A lots of time, Profs have funded projects. Not sure how it works when it comes to prove that your phd is your original work. Thats to discuss with your advisor. 

 

Good luck!