Overview

This Master of Applied Psychology in Clinical Psychology course at Murdoch University provides you with the education required to complete the 2-year higher degree pathway towards an endorsement in clinical psychology. If you are already working as a registered psychologist, you’ll gain specialist skills in clinical practice through this course.

Clinical psychology focuses on a strict scientist-practitioner model that emphasises a systematic problem-solving approach that will prepare you with the skills you need for working with a diverse range of clients. You’ll learn how to apply your skills and knowledge in clinical psychology and work with individuals and groups across the lifespan.

You’ll learn through coursework, practicum, and research components, undertaking at least three practical placements to hone your skills in clinical psychology.

Career opportunities

Psychologists are emerging as highly employable professionals in contemporary health services, given their strong grounding in effective interventions, solid assessment skills and their ability to devise and implement research. Clinical psychology remains the most popular specialisation within psychology both in Australia and internationally.
Employment growth for Clinical Psychologists is expected to be strong given the continued need for mental health services in the community.
You will be highly employable in a wide variety of areas, including private practice as a registered psychologist, and working in various public and private sector agencies in areas such as health, community mental health, justice, education, and disabilities.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and is recognized by the Psychology Board of Australia and the College of Clinical Psychologists at the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Psychology: Working with Health Problems

Clinical Psychology: Internal Practicum

Clinical Psychology: Working with Adults

Clinical Psychology: Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Disability Across The Lifespan

Clinical Psychology: External Practicum

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Perth, Australia

Disciplines

Psychology Clinical Psychology View 84 other Masters in Psychology in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS Code: 079349G
a recognised and accredited Bachelor of Arts degree (or Bachelor of Science degree) with at least 2A Honours in Psychology or its equivalent
Applicants will also need to supply referee reports and a personal statement that details their past accomplishments, future plans, and interests in the graduate psychology program for which they have applied as part of the admission process.
Applications with qualifications obtained outside Australia must have a formal assessment completed by the Australian Psychological Society before submitting an application for study.
The admission process includes both application and interview.

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Tuition Fees

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39680 AUD / year

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34800 AUD / year

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Living costs

Perth

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1328 - 2367 AUD / month

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