Clinical Psychology (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Clinical Psychology
Length
2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This program prepares students for research and practice in clinical psychology, 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 Psychologists. In keeping with the scientist-professional training model, it emphasises the application of research, based on developments in psychology knowledge.
Please note: International students cannot undertake studies on overseas exchange in this program.
Course structure
Content comprises 40 per cent coursework, including lectures and seminars, 30 per cent practical placements, and a research project worth 30 per cent, written up as a literature review and research paper.
Contact hours
About 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 provide 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 program in psychology accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) with at least a B average or equivalent across all years; and APAC-accredited fourth-year psychology program with at least upper second-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 psychologists in a wide variety of positions, including key roles in the health and government sectors, in community organisations, research institutions and industry. Psychologists who have graduated from the School's programs work as clinicians and case managers, psychotherapists, 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 Psychologists.