Master of Psychology (Clinical) / Doctor of Philosophy

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00004G

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.

Structure

To complete the Master of Psychology (Clinical)/Doctor of Philosophy, a student must complete 370 credit points (cp).

Subjects

  • Clinical

Standard 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.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Melbourne (St Patrick's) Domestic: $126,288
No
  • Full-time : 4 years
  • Part-time : 8 years
Strathfield (Mount Saint Mary) Domestic: $126,288
No
  • Full-time : 4 years
  • Part-time : 8 years

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