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Master of Clinical Psychology

Australia

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What will I learn?

At ANU, we are making breakthroughs in mental health prevention and treatment, from understanding how children and youth can build stronger and happier futures, to breaking down stigma so that those affected can live more fulfilling lives. Join us and help make our society a better place with the Master of Clinical Psychology. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the core areas of clinical psychology and develop practical skills that will underpin your career success. Our contemporary training is founded on the scientist-practitioner model where clinical skills and interventions are considered on the basis of available scientific evidence and knowledge. Find out more about clinical psychology, the degree structure, the university experience, career opportunities and student stories on our website. Get the inside story on what it's like to be an ANU student by visiting our student blog.

Learning Outcomes

Advanced knowledge of and the ability to critically evaluate theory in clinical psychology including a deep understanding of theories underlying assessment, diagnosis, case formulation, and the treatment of psychopathology across the lifespan. An advanced level of skill in the application of psychological knowledge to a wide range of psychological problems and disorders across the lifespan. An advanced level of skill in diagnostic interviewing and counselling and a high level of competence in the principles and practice of clinical assessment, diagnosis, case formulation, and psychological therapy. An advanced level of skills in psychological testing and test data interpretation and in the writing of psychological reports. Advanced knowledge and skills in the interpretation and critical evaluation of psychological and other research relevant to the broad field of clinical psychology practice. Advanced knowledge and skills in the application and implementation of appropriate research methodologies to advancing knowledge in both fundamental and applied issues in clinical psychology. Understanding of the principles and application of the scientist-practitioner model and evidence-based psychological practice to the field of clinical psychology. Knowledge and application of the ethical, professional, and legal frameworks relevant to the practice of clinical psychology. Advanced skills in communicating and working with other health professionals and non-professionals including a high level of ability in written communication (e. g. , clinical and research reports) and oral communication (e. g. , research, case presentations, seminars). Awareness, knowledge and skill in interacting and working with clients from diverse cultural settings including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds

Career Options

ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world. We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

Which department am I in?

ANU College of Health and Medicine

CRICOS

003116G

Study options

Full Time (2 years)

Tuition fees
A$53,610.00 (US$ 34,938) per year

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

Start date

22 July 2024

Venue

The Australian National University

Acton Campus,

ACTON,

Australian Capital Territory,

2601, CANBERRA, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

Entry to this program is highly competitive. The minimum academic requirement for full entry and enrolment are: Completion of an APAC accredited Bachelor degree with Honours in Psychology or international equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5/7.0 or completion of 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.

Academic IELTS overall score of 6.5 with at least 6 in each component of the test; TOEFL internet based test score of 80, with a minimum of 20 in Reading and Writing and 18 in Speaking and Listening; TOEFL paper based test score of 570 with TWE score of 4.5; Cambridge CAE Advanced score of 176 overall with at least 169 in all sub skills; PTE Academic score of Overall 64, minimum score of 55 in each section.

Please note the application closing date is 30 September each year

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

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