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Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)

N012  075291G



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Fee*
4 Year/s Hawthorn (Semester 1) A$23,500 (annual for 2012) 
*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

This higher degree by research combines intensive high-level research training with training in the professional skills of clinical psychology. Clinical psychology is a specialisation focusing on psychopathology and the assessment and treatment of clinical disorders across the life span. Students will develop advanced knowledge/skills and experience in psychopathology, assessment and therapeutic interventions for adults and children suffering from clinical disorders.

Prospective domestic students may also wish to consider the Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology), Doctor of Psychology (Counselling Psychology), Master of Psychology (Counselling Psychology) and Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
 

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The program is intended to meet the strong demand for professionals who have completed a high level of training in clinical psychology and related skills, and who possess highly developed skills in undertaking research.

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Full-time program

Year 1
Semester 1                                               
HAY630 Counselling Theory and Skills
HAYC663 Research Project (Clinical) D                    

Year 3
Semester 1
HAYC664 Research Project (Clinical) E                           
Semester 2

Year 4
Semester 1 
HAYC666 Research Project (Clinical) G (HAYC666)               
Semester 2
HAYC667 Research Project (Clinical) H
 
OR
Candidates may apply to undertake research on a part-time* basis during Years 4 and 5
(in lieu of full-time research units HAYC666 and HAYC667)
 
Year 4
Semester 1
Semester 2
 
Year 5
Semester 1
Semester 2
 
*International students are required to study full-time.

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Graduates are equipped for careers in clinical psychology in research centres, psychiatric hospital settings, community mental health centres, specialist services for particular clinical groups, secondary and post-secondary education, clinical rehabilitation services and private practice.

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Graduates of the doctorate program will be eligible for:
  • Membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS)
  • Registration as a psychologist
  • After one year of Psychology Board of Australia approved internship, membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists

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Apply for this course by following the step-by-step process on our How to Apply page.
 
Applicants for the Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) program must lodge the following forms and associated documents by the closing date:
Closing Date: 26 October 2012 (for Semester 1, 2013 intake).
 
International applicants should ensure that their overseas qualifications have been assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

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Satisfactory completion of the Swinburne English for Academic Purposes Advanced level certificate at the postgraduate level (EAP 5: PG-75%); OR, obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 7.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.5; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 600 (with Test of Written English (TWE) score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Computer-based) minimum score of 250 (with Written Writing score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 100 with no band less than 24.

Refer to the English Language Requirements website for further information.

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The formal admission requirements for the doctorate are:
  • A degree from an Australian university and to have completed a four-year sequence of studies in psychology at first or upper second class level in a course or courses accredited by the Australian Psychological Society, or equivalent overseas qualifications recognised by the APS, or a Masters degree in psychology recognised by the APS
  • Experience in face-to-face counselling or significant training in counselling skills eg Lifeline, Care Ring, counselling skills in tertiary programs or other appropriate work experience
  • Demonstrated possession of an appropriate level of knowledge and skill related to research. In accordance with the guidelines set by the Swinburne Graduate Research School, to have applied for and gained candidature approved by the Swinburne Higher Degrees Committee. International applicants who fail to gain candidature will not be eligible to continue in the Doctoral program and may choose to apply for a place in the Master of Psychology (Counselling Psychology) program

Applicants with excellent results in their fourth year studies and relevant human services work experience will be short listed and interviewed by a selection panel and an order-of-merit for entry will be prepared taking into account (a) academic record, (b) demonstrated knowledge and skills related to research, (c) previous work experience and training, and (d) academic and professional referees' reports.

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Enquire online: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/international/enquiry

Email: international@swinburne.edu.au

Phone:
+613 8676 7002 (outside Australia)
Freecall 1800 897 973 (within Australia)

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A range of scholarships are available to international students, visit our Scholarship Page for details.

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