Overview

This Clinical Psychology program from Flinders University provides you with an opportunity to pursue doctoral-level research in a specialised area of clinical psychology.

Supervised field placements and relevant coursework enable you to be at the forefront of your chosen profession.

The course aims to produce highly qualified scientist practitioners in clinical psychology.

Your career

Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) are eligible for registration as psychologists, and qualified to work in a range of mental health settings. They are also well-placed for careers in research, academic and policy settings.

Professional accreditation / recognition

The program meets the requirements for general registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Upon graduating you can become eligible for membership of the College of Clinical Psychologists of the APS after completing post-degree supervision requirements as set out by the college. Completing approved post-degree supervision also allows you to practise as a clinical psychologist as set out by the Psychology Board of Australia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Child Psychology

Counselling and Professional Issues

Psychological Assessment

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Psychological Disorders and Psychopharmacology

Advanced Applications of Evidence-Based Therapies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-31 00:00:00
Starting 2025-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-09-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Clinical Psychology View 14 other PhDs in Clinical Psychology in Australia

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 039996G

Applicants must hold an approved honours degree or fourth-year equivalent qualification with honours class 1 or upper 2A in the field of psychology from a recognised tertiary institution.
Candidates will be chosen based on interview, clinically relevant skills and experience, referee reports, and the ability to pursue doctoral-level research.

Tuition Fee

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International

41400 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41400 AUD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Adelaide

1328 - 2474 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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