Diagnoses disorders, including nature and extent, and determines the appropriate course of treatment for the patient. Uses talk therapy to treat patient illness or distress, cannot prescribe medication. Requires an advanced degree and a license to practice. May require at least 2-4 years of psychology experience.
1 A degree classification of 2.1 or above. 2  To become a university lecturer, you will need to take postgraduate courses leading to a PhD. 3  To be accepted onto those courses, you will usually need at least a good 2.1 in your degree. 4  A Master's in your chosen field.
If you want to become a research physicist or professor, you must get a Ph.D., which usually involves 4 to 5 years (sometimes more), and involves publishing original research.Going to a top liberal arts college is sometimes an advantage over going to an engineering school, since itâs easier to switch majors if you have a career change.). 2) next, study four years of college.