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Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)

Overview

This program aims to equip candidates with both clinical and research training at high levels of expertise. The coursework and practical provide 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 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, 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

Students should consult the information on Criminal Records Checks, Prohibited Employment Declaration and infectious diseases at end of this chapter.

Course Program

Subject   Credit Points

GHMC908

Professional Issues in Psychology

4

GHMC910

Child and Family Psychology

4

GHMC919

Clinical Applications of Health Psychology

4

GHMC926

Counselling Skills

4

GHMC931

Clinical Neuropsychology

4

GHMC932

Socio-cultural Aspects of Applied Psychology

4
GHMC934 Professional Workshop Series A 4

GHMC939

Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

4

GHMC969

Advanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

8

GHMC970

Assessment & Psychopathology A

8

GHMC971

Assessment & Psychopathology B

8

GHMC938

Practicum 1A

4

GHMC942

Practicum 1B

4

GHMC943

Practicum 2A

4

GHMC944

Practicum 2B

4

GHMC946

Research Project A (summer session)

8

GHMC981

Research Project C (summer session)

16
THES924 Thesis for full-time students or 48
THES912 Thesis for part-time students 24

Professional Recognition

This program is accredited by the NSW Psychologists Registration Board for registration as a psychologists, by the Australian Psychological Society at 5 th and 6 th year level, and by the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.

 
 
 

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