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Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology

Australia

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What will I learn?

Exceptional research degrees at ANU

The Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program. As a PhD candidate, you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.

This program is designed for those who have a particular interest in the academic and research aspects of clinical psychology. Graduates of this program have the benefit of the training provided to Master of Clinical Psychology candidates with the intensive research training provided by completing a research PhD in the field of clinical psychology.

The PhD (Clinical Psychology) program aims to develop effective clinical competencies and to encourage a critical approach to the application of these competencies to practice. The emphasis is on a science-based approach to clinical psychology and the development of clinical problem solving skills, with a focus on scientific evidence combined with practical experience based on the theory of clinical psychology.

Please view the website for further information on the program, environment and resources offered by the School of Medicine and Psychology.

Employment Opportunities

Career options following the Doctor of Philosophy degree include an academic path and/or public and/or private clinical psychology practice.

Learning Outcomes

  • critically analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information in a specific area of the discipline relevant to their research;
  • formulate a research plan and undertake independent research to address specific research questions that make a substantial contribution to knowledge;
  • ensure that research is carried out with integrity and actively promote responsible conduct of research;
  • develop, adapt and implement research methodologies relevant to their research questions;
  • demonstrate expert technical and/or specialist skills relevant to their research focus;
  • communicate effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences in both written and oral form;
  • demonstrate appropriate collegial and professional behaviour, and safe working practices as required by their specific research focus.

Which department am I in?

ANU College of Health and Medicine

CRICOS

070333K

Study options

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
A$56,370.00 (US$ 37,194) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

31 December 2024

More details

Start date

17 February 2025, 21 July 2025

Venue

Acton Campus

ACTON,

Australian Capital Territory,

2601, CANBERRA, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants must:

1. Have completed:

  • an APAC accredited Bachelor degree with a minimum grade of with H2A in Honours in Psychology or international equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5/7.0 or;
  • an APAC accredited AQF Level 8 qualification, which must include a substantial research methodology component in Psychology, with a GPA of at least 5.5/7.0.

2. Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis.

3. Provide:

  • A detailed research proposal outlining your intended research, (applicants should seek guidance from the potential supervisor regarding length and content);
  • An up-to-date CV including academic qualifications, work experience and research publications;
  • At least three referee reports;

English Language Requirements

IELTS Academic - Overall score of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band. Note: The requirement of a minimum of 7.0 in each component can be met across two test sittings in a six month period, on condition that: The overall score is 7.0 on both tests; and There are no scores less than 6.5 in either test.

TOEFL iBT [excluding Paper Edition and Home Edition] - Overall score of 100 (Reading - 24; Writing - 27; Listening - 24; Speaking - 23). Note: The requirement of the minimum in each component can be met across two test sittings in a six month period, on condition that: The overall score is 100 on both tests; and There are no scores less than 24 in Writing, and 20 in Speaking and Listening, and 19 in Reading in either test.

PTE Academic [excluding PTE Academic Online] - Overall score of 70 minimum 65 in each band. Note: The requirement of the minimum of 65 in each component can be met across two test sittings in a six month period, on condition that: The overall score is 75 on both tests; and There are no scores less than 58 in either test.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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