Master of Psychology (Clinical)
A clinically focused master’s programme preparing graduates for registration as psychologists in Australia.
Best for:Best for graduates with a psychology honours degree seeking to specialise in clinical psychology and gain registration as psychologists in Australia.
Overview
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) at the University of Adelaide is designed for students aiming to become registered clinical psychologists. This programme integrates current clinical practices with cutting-edge research, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to assess and treat clients across diverse contexts. Students engage in hands-on clinical placements, working with adults, children, and families to develop evidence-based therapeutic skills. The curriculum emphasises understanding psychological, environmental, social, and cultural factors influencing client presentations. Supervised by experienced clinical psychologists, this programme balances theoretical knowledge with practical experience to prepare students for professional practice.
What you'll do
- Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to understand client presentations from psychological, environmental, social, and cultural perspectives.
- Design and implement personalised treatment plans using evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to individual client needs.
- Engage in clinical placements to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings, working with adults, children, and families.
- Participate in research activities to explore how psychological research enhances clinical practice.
- Develop skills in evidence-based interventions and therapeutic techniques under the supervision of experienced clinical psychologists.
- Contribute to clinical services, including assessments and therapeutic interventions, in diverse clinical contexts.
Requirements
Degree required: A completed four-year psychology honours degree with at least an upper second-class honours (2:1) or equivalent overall mark, or an equivalent degree accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
Language: English proficiency (assumed for applicants with relevant degrees from English-speaking countries; otherwise, may require proof of English language proficiency).
Instruction: English
- Ability to undertake a situational judgement test (Casper Situational Judgement Test - CSJT).
- Strong academic background in psychology with a focus on clinical applications.
- Experience or readiness to engage in clinical placements and practical assessments.
- Applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements for the degree.
- Competitive selection process if there are more eligible applicants than available places.
- Must be willing to attend an interview if invited.
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Applicants must complete the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT). They need to provide two referee reports via the HODSPA - VTAC reference portal system. If invited, applicants must attend an interview. Applications are submitted through the University of Adelaide’s official application portal.
- CV or resume
- Completed four-year psychology honours degree transcripts or equivalent degree transcripts
- Proof of upper second-class honours or equivalent qualification
- Two referee reports via the HODSPA - VTAC reference portal system
- Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT) results
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