Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)

What you will study

The masters program consists of 200 credit points. Students undertake a total of 16 units of study consisting of eight coursework units of study (100 credit points), four placement units of study (50 credit points) and four research units of study (50 credit points). All units of study are core units and are valued at 12.5 credit points each. Students are required to complete 1000 hours in placements.  

Core units

• Counselling Theory and Skills
• Advanced Psychological Assessment
• Adult Psychopathology
• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Research
• Systemic Family Counselling
• Psychology Practice with Children and Adolescents
• Clinical and Forensic Placement B1
• Foundations of Health Psychology
• Research Project (Clinical) A1
• Research Project (Clinical) A2
• Research Project (Clinical) B1
• Research Project (Clinical) B2
• Clinical Placement A1
• Clinical Placement A2
• Clinical Placement B1
• Clinical Placement B2

Entry requirements

Qualifications

Applicants for the Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) program should have:

• A Bachelor's degree from an Australian university and have completed a four-year sequence of studies in psychology at second class level or above in a course, or courses, accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council: Or
• Overseas qualifications recognised as equivalent for the purpose of Associate Membership by the Australian Psychological Society and have relevant human services work experience and experience in face-to-face counselling or have completed significant training in counselling skills, e.g., Lifeline, counselling skills in tertiary programs or other appropriate work experience.

Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Outcomes

Learning outcomes

• Evaluate a body of knowledge that includes the understanding of recent developments in the discipline and practice of clinical psychology, as well as knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to clinical psychology.
• Demonstrate technical and creative skills to investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories in clinical psychology practice and independent research and project work.
• Use communication and technical research skills to justify and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
• Demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills, with creativity and initiative, to new situations in the practice of clinical psychology.
• Apply a high level of personal autonomy and accountability in the practice of clinical psychology.

Career outcomes

• Psychologist
• Rehabilitation Counselor
• Forensic Psychologist

Fees and CSP

Estimated fee in 2025: $4,627 (Commonwealth Supported Place)

Estimated fee in 2025: $37,360 (domestic full-fee paying place)

The costs will depend on the units you choose to study, as the cost of individual units varies. Estimated fees are provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking a study load of 48 credit points in the first year of this course. For courses that require less than 48 credit points, the fees indicated are based on the total credit points required to complete that course.

A student’s fee may vary depending on:

• The number of units studied.
• Choice of units.
• Credit from previous study or work experience.
• Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

Commonwealth Supported Places

The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.

If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.

Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.

Your student contribution amount is:

• Calculated per unit you're enrolled in.
• Depending on the study areas they relate to.
• Reviewed and adjusted each year.

HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.