University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
Meet the requirements for registration as a psychologist.
Course overview
Learn at the Thompson Institute, a world-class hub for mental health research, teaching and clinical services near the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. The Institute addresses mental health in the community, particularly for youth, adolescents and older community members.
In this program, you will:
- Complete three major components: professional and clinical psychology coursework, supervised practicum placements and a research project and thesis.
- Participate in placements involving supervision, working as a provisional psychologist in numerous settings, beginning in the University’s Psychology Clinic.
- Review relevant literature, design and conduct a study, collect data, analyse data and prepare a thesis.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
What you will study
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) comprises 16 courses (192 units). Each course is valued at 12 units.
Required courses
- Advanced and Transcultural Counselling
- Advanced Psychological Assessment and Reporting
- Clinical Psychological Practice 1
- Practicum Placement 1
- Advanced Research Design and Methods
- Clinical Psychological Practice 2
- Practicum Placement 2
- Research Project 1
- Ethics and Professional Practice of Psychology
- Clinical Psychological Practice 3
- Practicum Placement 3
- Research Project 2
- Clinical Health Psychology and Psychopharmacology
- Research Project 3
- Research Project 4
- Practicum Placement 4
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.
Entry requirements
The entry requirements for admission to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) are:
- Successful completion of an APAC-accredited four-year degree or fourth year in Psychology.
- Master of Psychology (Clinical) offers a limited number of places.
Special selection criteria
- An upper second class Honours (2A) or a psychologist with demonstrated equivalent experience and compliance with PsyBA CPD requirements.
- Applicants must have provisional or general registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
English language requirements
Anyone intending to study at UniSC needs to meet the minimum English language requirements for their chosen program. Contact the university for more details.
Recognition of Prior Learning
UniSC offers credit for prior learning consistent with the Australian Qualifications Framework and general practice in the Australian Higher Education sector. If you've completed prior study or have relevant work experience, you may under specified conditions, be eligible for credit towards your UniSC degree. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Graduates may be eligible to become members of the Associate Membership of the Australian Psychological Society’s College of Clinical Psychologists.
Career opportunities:
- Non-government organisations
- Private health sector
- Psychologist
- Public health sector
Accreditation
Accredited by The Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Graduates of the Master of Psychology (Clinical) are eligible to apply to the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) for general registration via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Fees and CSP
Estimated fee in 2025: $4,624 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
This is an indicative fee for one year of full-time study. Actual fees will change based on selected courses and are subject to yearly increases.
Student fees may vary per:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- 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 only need to pay some 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 course 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.
