Clinical Neuropsychology (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Clinical Neuropsychology
Length
2 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course prepares students for research and practice in clinical neuropsychology, and provides specialist training for registration as a professional psychologist membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and eligibility for specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists. In keeping with the scientist-professional training model, it emphasises the application of research based on developments in the knowledge of psychology.
Please note: International students cannot undertake studies on overseas exchange in this program.
Course structure
Content comprises 40 per cent coursework, 30 per cent practical placement and 30 per cent research. It includes lectures and seminars, practical placements, and a research project written up as a literature review and research paper.
Contact hours
Approximately 20 contact hours a week (average)
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
24 230
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
Annual fee for Provisional Psychologist registration (A$390, subject to change).
Selection
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 7.0. Please note the Psychology Board of Australia only accepts IELTS results for English language requirements.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants should have:
- At least a B-Grade average (70 per cent or above) in an Australian Bachelor's degree with a major in psychology, or approved international equivalent as assessed by the Australian Psychological Society;
- Completed a fourth year in psychology including a major thesis component with at least a high B Grade average (75 per cent or above) or approved international equivalent as assessed by the Australian Psychological Society;
- Experience in volunteer work, or work related to psychology;
- Two academic referee reports (as set out in the proforma, see below); and
- Two professional referee reports (as set out in the proforma, see below).
Contact the School of Psychological Science on (+61 3) 9479 1984 for copies of the referee proforma. They can also be accessed at www.latrobe.edu.au/international/apply/how-to/supplementary-admissions-forms
Applications are ranked on the basis of academic and professional suitability for selection by interview.
Extra requirements
Before submitting an application, candidates with overseas qualifications need to have their academic achievements assessed by the Australian Psychological Society. For further details, visit www.psychology.org.au/study/assess_qualifications
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Additional information
Applications close on 30 September.
Career opportunities
Graduates of La Trobe's programs are employed as psychologists in a wide variety of positions, including many key roles in the health and government sectors, in community organisations, research institutions and industry. Clinical neuropsychologists who have graduated from the School of Psychological Sciences' programs work as clinicians and case managers, researchers, specialist consultants and advisers, among other roles.
Professional recognition
This course provides the specialist training required to gain registration as a professional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA). Graduates can gain membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and are eligible for specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists.