Master of Psychology (Clinical)
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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 prevalent mental health issues—from anxiety and depression to disability and relationship challenges.
What will you do?
- Benefit from our strong links with a professional community of clinical practitioners.
- Undertake three clinical placements totalling over 1000 hours.
- Enjoy small class sizes and face-to-face teaching.
- Hone listening, empathy and interviewing skills.
- 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. You’ll be set to find work in a wide variety of public and private settings. To gain clinical endorsement, further postgraduate supervision is required.
Note: Entry to this degree is competitive and strict quotas apply.
Note:
This degree is only available in blended mode and on-campus attendance is required. If you are a continuing student in the degree and are unable to attend campus, please contact your program coordinator for program advice.
Entry Requirements
For our students who are studying offshore in 2021 and 2022, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely for most programs. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses. Please refer to the COVID-19 FAQ page for a list of programs where in-person attendance is required.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions
information for this program.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM086 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | January |
| Enquiries | Future Students team |
Selection Criteria
| Additional Entry Requirements | Applicants MUST: - be eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a provisional psychologist - provide two referee reports submitted through the HoDSPA (Heads of Departments and Schools of Psychology Australia) website at http://www.psychologyreference.org/ by no later than Monday 18 October 2021. - provide details of relevant work experience and details of any published works via the submission of a comprehensive CV (Curriculum Vitae) within the SATAC application. Closing date for applications is Monday 18 October 2021. |
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| Higher Education Study | Entry is available to graduates with a four-year qualification in Psychology or equivalent (including Honours with a minimum grade of Second Class, Division A and an individually-conducted research project carrying 33% or more of the year's work). The degree must meet the standards set out by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), including the accredited sequence in Psychology having been completed within the last 10 years. Refer to http://www.psychologycouncil.org.au/ if you have completed an Australian Degree and are unsure about the accreditation of your four-year qualification. Applicants who have an overseas Honours qualification should supply a certified copy of the assessment of their qualifications by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and information about the research component of their qualifications. Information on having your qualification assessed by APS can be found at https://www.psychology.org.au/About-Us/What-we-do/Assessing-overseas-qualifications. Students who undertake Honours in Psychology at an accredited Australian university do not need to have their qualifications assessed by APS. In order to be considered for 2022 entry, applicants must have completed their four-year sequence in Psychology between 2012 and 2021. The ONLY exception to this is where applicants have completed their four-year sequence in Psychology before 2012 but have completed a PhD in Psychology between 2012 and 2021. A students' place in the program is contingent on being able to register as a Provisional Psychologist with AHPRA. If you are unable to obtain provisional registration, then you will be unable to continue in the program. The University of Adelaide accepts no responsibility should you be unable to obtain provisional registration after gaining entry to the program. If your four-year sequence in Psychology was completed more than 10 years ago, or you have any reason to believe your background may impact your ability to register, we encourage you to clarify your eligibility for registration with AHPRA - https://www.ahpra.gov.au/About-AHPRA/Contact-Us.aspx. Invitations to attend an interview will be extended based on a combination of academic performance and references. |
How to Apply
The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is committed to increasing the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who participate in its programs, and makes particular effort to encourage Indigenous students to participate in health education.
This degree has allocated a number of places just for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. Please contact the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences Student Support Officer via email at fhms.sso@adelaide.edu.au to discuss your interest in applying.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander application process
1. You should contact the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences Student Support Officer to discuss your interest in applying - fhms.sso@adelaide.edu.au
2. Submit a South Australian Tertiary Admission Centre (SATAC) application online.
3. Submit the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Declaration Form. You may upload the form as part of your SATAC application or submit a hard copy within five working days of submitting your SATAC application to Level 6, 431 King William Street, Adelaide.
4. Attend an interview. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and meet the minimum entry criteria will be automatically offered an interview.
Fees and Scholarships
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Career Readiness
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) prepares graduates for registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA). With additional supervised work experience as prescribed by the PBA, graduates can become clinical psychologists. Clinical psychologists have specialist skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of major mental illnesses and psychological problems.
The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Industry Placement
Professional Accreditation
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) is accredited by the Psychology Board of Australia.
Graduate registration
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) prepares graduates for registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA). With additional supervised work experience as prescribed by the PBA, graduates can become clinical psychologists.Potential careers
Community Services Officer, Psychologist, Mental Health Worker, Clinical Psychologist
Degree Structure
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
| Year1 | Summer Semester | PSYCHOL 7130 Evidence-based Practice | PSYCHOL 7131 Interviewing and Intervention | |
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| S1 | PSYCHOL 7132 Psychological Assessment | PSYCHOL 7133 Abnormal Psychology | PSYCHOL 7135 Clinical Neuropsychology & Disability | |
| S2 | PSYCHOL 7134 Health Psychology | PSYCHOL 7136 Advanced Child & Adult Intervention | PSYCHOL 7141 Placement I | |
| Year2 | S1 | PSYCHOL 7140 Placement II | PSYCHOL 7144 Research Project in Clinical Psychology I | |
| S2 | PSYCHOL 7143 Placement III | PSYCHOL 7145 Research Project in Clinical Psychology II | ||
Assessment
Coursework assessed by assignments and exams, placements assessed from reports by placement supervisor, and research report examined by two markers.
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Testimonial
The degree offers a range of placements, so you can explore a number of areas - including ones that you may not have realised you have an interest in previously. It allows you to build relationships with experienced clinicians across your placements, which can help to increase your prospective career opportunities.
The program is set out, so most of your coursework is completed before your practical experience, allowing you to remain focused on your coursework and skills development before exploring the field.
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Tuesday, 14 Sep 2021
