Master of Psychology (Health)
A specialised master’s programme preparing graduates for registration as clinical and health psychologists in Australia.
Best for:Best for graduates with a psychology honours degree seeking professional registration as clinical or health psychologists in Australia.
Overview
The Master of Psychology (Health) at the University of Adelaide is a professional degree designed to train students for careers as registered psychologists, with a focus on health promotion and clinical health psychology. This programme is one of only two of its kind in Australia, offering comprehensive training in assessing and treating clients with conditions such as anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and trauma. Students engage in 1000 hours of practical experience, including three industry placements, to develop skills in behavioural change techniques, psychological assessments, and personalised intervention strategies. The curriculum emphasises evidence-based clinical practice and public health applications, preparing graduates for diverse roles in healthcare settings.
What you'll do
- Develop and apply evidence-based psychological interventions for clients with anxiety, depression, and chronic health conditions.
- Conduct psychological assessments and create personalised intervention strategies for diverse client needs.
- Engage in 1000 hours of practical training, including three industry placements, to gain hands-on clinical experience.
- Learn to promote healthier lifestyles and support patients dealing with trauma, disability, and rehabilitation.
- Gain expertise in chronic illness management and public health psychology applications.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to advance psychological care in clinical settings.
Requirements
Degree required: A completed four-year psychology honours degree with at least an upper second-class honours (2:1) or equivalent, or an equivalent degree accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
Language: English proficiency (assumed for applicants with a psychology honours degree from an English-speaking institution).
Instruction: English
- Ability to undertake the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT).
- Strong academic background in psychology with a focus on clinical or health-related areas.
- Proficiency in conducting psychological assessments and interventions.
- Experience or readiness for practical clinical placements.
- Must have completed a four-year psychology honours degree with at least an upper second-class honours (2:1) or equivalent.
- Degree must be accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
- Must be willing and able to undertake the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT).
- Admission may be competitive if there are more eligible applicants than available places.
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit their application through the official University of Adelaide portal. Required documents include a completed application form, proof of degree completion, referee reports via the HODSPA-VTAC reference portal, and successful completion of the Casper Situational Judgement Test. An interview may be required for shortlisted candidates.
- Completed application form
- Proof of a completed four-year psychology honours degree or equivalent
- Two referee reports via the HODSPA-VTAC reference portal
- Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT) results
- Invitation interview transcript (if required)
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