Help your community function and flourish
Our Master of Psychology (Clinical) provides the knowledge and skills needed to practise as a registered psychologist.
Clinical psychologists work with clients with high and low prevalence mental health issues - from anxiety and depression to psychosis. They have specialist skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of major mental illnesses and psychological problems.
What will you do?
Benefit from our strong links with a professional community of clinical practitioners.
Build knowledge and skills in the assessment of psychological disorders
Learn about a broad range of evidence based treatment approaches
Undertake three clinical placements totalling over 1000 hours.
Enjoy small class sizes and face-to-face teaching.
Network with future employers in mental health and health care settings.
Complete a significant research project in clinical psychology.
Where could it take you?
Upon successful completion, you’ll be eligible to apply for full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. Our graduates work with individuals and families in a range of settings including private practices, hospitals, mental health organisations, schools, and non-profit agencies. They may also be involved in research, teaching and supervision.
To gain clinical endorsement, and use the title "Clinical Psychologist", further postgraduate supervision is required.