Overview

On the Master of Clinical Psychology programme from University of Newcastle you will enhance your conceptual and interpersonal skills and apply advanced knowledge, principles and methods to relevant procedures, technologies and techniques in the professional practice of Clinical Psychology. You will work collaboratively and effectively with a diverse range of clients and other health professionals, and be able to conduct, evaluate and present systematic research relevant to Clinical Psychology.

Graduates will be knowledgeable, skilled and ethical practitioners of Clinical Psychology and capable of adhering to the 'scientist-practitioner' model of practice.

Career opportunities

The Master of Clinical Psychology will prepare graduates to professionally practice as clinical psychologists in clinical and community settings and provide a broad range of psychological services to long-term patients to treat mild to complex mental health conditions.

Other career prospects may include:

promoting psychological health through public policy

allied health professions management

teaching and supervision

research

programme development and evaluation

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional and Ethical Practice

Counselling and Psychological Intervention

Advanced Clinical Psychology with Adults

Advanced Clinical Psychology with Children and Adolescents

Advanced Clinical Psychology in Specialised Areas of Practice

Advanced Clinical Interventions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

More details

International: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Psychology Clinical Psychology View 50 other Masters in Clinical Psychology in Australia

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 098562M

Hold a four year, or three year plus a fourth year, Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited sequence in psychology, which has been completed with an upper second class Honours (2A) or above, or an overall GPA above 6.0 in the 4th year component of a non Honours program; or be a currently registered psychologist with the PsyBA who can demonstrate current compliance with Registration Board Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements; or have achieved an overall GPA of 6.0 or above (7-point scale) in an APAC accredited Master of Professional Psychology program or equivalent APAC accredited 5th year program of study; and

Eligibility for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; and

Satisfying the School of Psychological Sciences of their suitability for the professional practice of clinical psychology.

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Tuition Fees

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50825 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

4445 AUD / year

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Additional Details

CSP Amount: $4,445

Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

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