Course overview
The Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) involves intensive high-level research training in the professional skills of clinical psychology. Clinical psychology focuses on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex clinical disorders across the life span. Students will develop advanced knowledge, skills and experience in psychopathology, assessment and therapeutic interventions.
Course record
CRICOS
03530E
Studies in Australia
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Entry requirements
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
Postgraduate entry
- Applicants to this program must have completed a four-year APAC accredited sequence of study in psychology, or equivalent overseas qualifications recognised by the APS, at first or upper second-class level (H1/80%), or a Master of Psychology (Clinical) recognised by APAC.
- An order-of-merit for entry will be prepared, taking into account (a) academic record, (b) previous work experience and training, (c) academic and professional referee reports and (d) admissions interview. Applicants to this program must have completed a four-year APAC accredited sequence of study in psychology, or equivalent overseas qualifications recognised by the APS, at first or upper second-class level (H1/80%), or a Master of Psychology (Clinical) recognised by APAC. Applicants must demonstrate possession of an appropriate level of knowledge and skill related to research. In accordance with the guidelines set by The Cairnmillar Institute to have applied for and gained candidature approved by The Cairnmillar Institute Student Review Committee. Applicants who fail to gain candidature will not be eligible to continue in the doctoral program and may choose to apply for a place in the Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) program. An order-of-merit for entry will be prepared, taking into account (a) academic record, (b) previous work experience and training, (c) academic and...
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- Hawthorn East

