Clinical Neuropsychology (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Clinical Neuropsychology
Length
2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time
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
Application
Apply directly to the University by 31 October. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
For this course, applicants must also submit two academic and two professional references. Contact the Faculty for proformas:
T 9479 2220
E ste_ask@latrobe.edu.au
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
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).
Prerequisites
Three-year psychology program accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) with at least at a B average or equivalent across all years; and APAC-accredited fourth-year psychology program with at least upper 2nd-class Honours or equivalent.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Career opportunities
Graduates of La Trobe's programs are employed as clinical neuropsychologists 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's programs work as clinicians and case managers, researchers, specialist consultants and advisers, among other roles.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA), membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists.