Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) at the University of Melbourne provides a comprehensive understanding of how brain diseases impact behaviour, emotions, and thinking. It prepares students for generalist registration as psychologists in Australia and offers extensive clinical placement opportunities.
Gain a deep understanding of how brain diseases affect behaviour, emotions, and thinking in both adults and children
Learn from experts active in the field, bringing real-world experience to your studies.
Become eligible for generalist registration as a psychologist in Australia and entry into the PsyBA-approved registrar program in the area of clinical neuropsychology
The Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) at the University of Melbourne is a highly regarded program that will equip you with a detailed understanding of how central nervous system diseases, especially those affecting the brain, can impact a person's feelings, actions, and thoughts. You'll learn to understand these effects in both adults and children.
The Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) at the University of Melbourne is a highly regarded program that will equip you with a detailed understanding of how central nervous system diseases, especially those affecting the brain, can impact a person's feelings, actions, and thoughts. You'll learn to understand these effects in both adults and children.
This course is designed for aspiring psychologists who want to specialise in understanding and addressing the impact of brain conditions on people's lives. While not explicitly stated, typically, applicants for such a master's degree would need an undergraduate degree in psychology or a related field with a strong academic record, along with an interest in clinical neuropsychology.
You'll gain invaluable practical experience through clinical placements in a wide range of settings, including acute neurology and neurosurgery, psychiatry, geriatrics, rehabilitation, and paediatrics. Our students benefit from one of the most extensive placement experiences available anywhere in the world.
If you're passionate about the intricate connection between the brain and behaviour, and you want to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of neurological conditions, this program is for you. You'll develop advanced skills to assess, understand, and support people facing brain diseases. By studying at the University of Melbourne, you'll be joining a program with an excellent reputation, preparing you for a rewarding career in a specialised and impactful field.
You'll gain invaluable practical experience through clinical placements in a wide range of settings, including acute neurology and neurosurgery, psychiatry, geriatrics, rehabilitation, and paediatrics. Our students benefit from one of the most extensive placement experiences available anywhere in the world.
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