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Australian Catholic University (ACU)

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Master of Psychology (Clinical)/Doctor of Philosophy

  • Masters (Coursework)

These concurrent degrees combine professional training within educational and developmental psychology with a research Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

About this course

These concurrent degrees combine professional training within educational and developmental psychology with a research Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

During these concurrent degrees, students will:

  • Gain valuable experience in the delivery of psychological services through practicums;
  • Study subjects such as Professional Practice in Psychology, Psychological Assessment, Therapeutic Skills and Evidence-based Practice for Psychologists;
  • Complete a doctoral thesis

Specialisation subject units in the clinical psychology stream are:

  • Adult Clinical Psychology
  • Child Clinical Psychology
  • Clinical Health Psychology and Psychopharmacology
  • Advanced Psychotherapeutic Interventions

Entry requirements

Admission into this course is subject to supervision and resource availability. Students already enrolled in the Master of Psychology (Clinical) who have completed Year 1 with a Distinction average across all subjects and were admitted to the Master with a minimum of Second Class Honours - Division A (HIIA) or equivalent may be eligible to transfer to the combined degree.

Applicants must first contact the School of Behavioural and Health Sciences to explore potential research areas, identify a potential PhD supervisor and write a brief research proposal. Upon successful completion of the first year of studies, candidates may then apply to Candidature Services for admission to the PhD program.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2023 Admission.

Study locations

Strathfield

Melbourne

Career pathways

Graduates will be well-prepared for work as practitioner psychologists or skilled researchers in a range of institutions and agencies providing psychological and mental health services.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at Australian Catholic University (ACU).
89.6%
Overall satisfaction
88.5%
Skill scale
84.4%
Teaching scale
87.9%
Employed full-time
$84k
Average salary