Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)
Testamur Title of Degree:
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Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)
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Abbreviation:
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PhD (Clin/Psyc)
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Home Faculty:
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Health and Behavioural Sciences
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Duration:
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4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
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Total Credit Points:
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192
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Delivery Mode:
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Face-to-face
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Starting Session(s):
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Normally Autumn session
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Location:
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Wollongong
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UOW Course Code:
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209
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CRICOS Code:
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003002G
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Overview
This program aims to equip candidates with both clinical and research training at high levels of expertise. The coursework and practical, provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles governing psychological assessment and therapy, and clinical skills required to assess and treat clients with a wide variety of clinical conditions in both child and adult populations. Candidates also undertake in-depth research in order to make an original contribution to the body of knowledge in clinical psychology. The research comprises more than 2/3rds of the degree. The clinical training enables the candidate to practise as a clinical psychologist, and the research training can lead to (or enhance) an academic career, and is highly regarded by public and private sector employers.
Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Candidates must have a superior honours degree in Psychology of at least four years duration of Class II, Division 1 standard or higher. Entry is very competitive and is particularly suitable for students with PhD Scholarships. Applicants must submit two referees' reports, a personal statement, a research proposal and attend a selection interview.
International students are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in all bands, reading and writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
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Course Program
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Subjects
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Session
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Credit Points
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GHMC951
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Child & Adult Assessment & Psychopathology
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Autumn
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8
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GHMC952
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Principles of Psychotherapy
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Autumn
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8
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GHMC955
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Health & Wellbeing
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Autumn
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8
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GHMC953
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Neuropsychology & Neuropsychiatric Disorders
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Spring
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8
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GHMC954
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapies
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Spring
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8
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GHMC956
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Special Groups & Methods
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Spring
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8
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THES916
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Research Thesis
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Annual
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16
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THES924
THES912
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Thesis full-time students
Thesis part-time students
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Annual
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48
24
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Professional Recognition
This program is accredited by the NSW Psychologists Registration Board for registration as a psychologist, by the Australian Psychological Society at 5 and 6 year level, and by the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.
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