Master of Psychology (Clinical)

at Deakin University

Course structure

To complete the Master of Psychology (Clinical) students must attain 16 credit points covering three strands: theory, research and practice. Students will complete a minimum of 4 credit points each trimester over two years. All units are core (these are compulsory).

All commencing Faculty of Health Undergraduate and Postgraduate course work students are required to complete HAI010 Academic Integrity in their first trimester of study (0 credit point compulsory unit).

Core units

Level 1 - Trimester 1
 

• Academic Integrity (0 credit points)
• Studies in Psychopathology
• Issues in Professional Psychology
• Psychological Intervention 1
• Psychological Assessment

Level 1 - Trimester 2
 

• Clinical Placement and Case Analysis 1
• Advanced Clinical Research Methods
• Psychological Intervention 2
• Research Thesis A

Level 2 - Trimester 1
 

• Advanced Clinical Assessment
• Clinical Placement and Case Analysis 2
• Psychological Intervention 3
• Research Thesis B

Level 2 - Trimester 2
 

• Clinical Placement and Case Analysis 3
• Biological and Neuropsychological Perspectives on Disorder
• Research Thesis C

The prerequisite for entry to the course is the completion of a four-year sequence of study in an accredited psychology program which meets national registration requirements and eligibility for Associate Membership of the APS, or equivalent. The four-year sequence may be either an honours program or the combination of a three-year undergraduate degree including a psychology major and an approved postgraduate program. International applicants will need to have their qualifications assessed by APAC to determine if the applicants qualifications are comparable to an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) sequence of study in psychology. 

Entry will be competitive, based on academic results, referees' reports, relevant work experience, personal statement and interview before a panel of school selection staff. It would normally be expected that applicants will have achieved a minimum honours grade of 2A or equivalent. Relevant professional experience will be a factor in selection.

Applicants should provide certified copies of academic transcripts from all previous tertiary studies undertaken, resume and personal statement.

International students must have an overall IELTS score of 7 with no band less than 7.

Estimated tuition fee - full-fee paying place
$39,200 for 1 yr full-time AUD

Upon successfully completing the course, you will become eligible to apply for general registration as a psychologist. Once you’re registered, you’ll have the qualifications and experience needed to practise as a psychologist.

The course also provides a pathway to further training in order to gain area of practice endorsement with the PsyBA (Clinical Psychology). An endorsement demonstrates a registered psychologist’s high-level knowledge and qualifications in a specialised area, such as clinical psychology or neuropsychology, and can open the door to more advanced roles.