24 monthsProgramme duration
49,990 AUDTuition Fee/year
30 Nov, 2025Application Deadline
FebStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
This course is designed for those aspiring to become clinical psychologists. It provides a blend of practical experience and research-based education. It integrates on-campus and online learning, which is complemented by both on-campus and external clinical placements.
The industry relevance of the course is ensured by the teaching staff who are all practicing clinical psychologists. Robust clinical skills, are acquired and honed through their expert supervision in our state-of-the-art university clinic and diverse external placements, preparing you for a wide range of areas of clinical psychology practice. Learning occurs through a mix of practical and theoretical methods, fostering a comprehensive understanding of clinical psychology.
The course offers training in professional practice as a clinical psychologist. Uniquely, all academic staff are also experienced, currently practicing clinical psychologists. Through expert supervision in the university clinic, as well as on external placements, students develop strong clinical skills applicable to a wide range of clinical psychology areas of practice.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Blended
This course is designed for those aspiring to become clinical psychologists. It provides a blend of practical experience and research-based education. It integrates on-campus and online learning, which is complemented by both on-campus and external clinical placements.
The industry relevance of the course is ensured by the teaching staff who are all practicing clinical psychologists. Robust clinical skills, are acquired and honed through their expert supervision in our state-of-the-art university clinic and diverse external placements, preparing you for a wide range of areas of clinical psychology practice. Learning occurs through a mix of practical and theoretical methods, fostering a comprehensive understanding of clinical psychology.
The course offers training in professional practice as a clinical psychologist. Uniquely, all academic staff are also experienced, currently practicing clinical psychologists. Through expert supervision in the university clinic, as well as on external placements, students develop strong clinical skills applicable to a wide range of clinical psychology areas of practice.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must have the following:
- Completed Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited Level 1 and Level 2 program in psychology within the last 10 years with at least an upper second class Honours (H2A) or equivalent overall mark AND a minimum GPA of 5.75/7 AND a period of at least 6 months of relevant professional work experience in mental health AND an interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Clinical Psychology
Applications and eligibility for interview are assessed based on academic performance, a period of at least 6 months of relevant professional work experience in mental health, academic and professional references, and personal statement. Competitive applicants are invited to interview. At interview, applicants are assessed on their knowledge of research, clinical training, ethical practice as well as their interpersonal effectiveness and suitability for clinical practice. Final offers are ranked on interview performance.
Notes about qualifications:
- Applicants must be eligible for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
- Psychology qualifications from overseas must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as equivalent to a 4-year APAC accredited sequence of study in psychology. The degree must include a major research thesis component. The APS does not assess psychology qualifications for the purpose of registration, and an additional assessment will be required by the Psychology Board of Australia for this purpose.
- For completed Level 2 degrees, if not stated on their transcript, applicants must provide a letter from their program coordinator to confirm their equivalent honours class and overall honours grade (Weighted Average Mark – WAM).
- For active Level 2 degrees, applicants must provide an official academic transcript showing enrolment in subjects in their final session.
Professional and clinical requirements
Prior to enrolling into, or at enrolment in this course, all successful applicants are required to:
- obtain registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA) as a provisionally registered psychologist
- acquire a Working With Children Check and an Australian National Police Check
- complete a series of NSW Health forms including a Code of Conduct
- demonstrate evidence of protection against a number of specified infectious diseases
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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