Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)

The Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) program prepares students for professional practice and undertaking a Psychology Board of Australia approved registrar program, leading to endorsement as a clinical psychologist. Clinical psychology focuses on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex clinical disorders across the life span. Students will develop advanced knowledge, skills and experience in psychopathology, assessment and therapeutic interventions. Students participate in over 1,000 hours of supervised work placements and undertake qualitative or quantitative research into aspects of psychological interventions, such as the therapeutic process, client and therapist experiences, change processes, various presenting issues and studies of treatment outcomes. Students also undertake advanced coursework units, which are central to the practice of clinical psychology, as well as units of professional skills development and training. All teaching staff are experienced clinicians and academics who are committed to advancing the field of psychology through their own work and their interaction with students.