Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology
The combined Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology (Clinical) program offers advanced training in research skills that are particularly relevant to clinical areas, and requires a minimum of four full-time years to complete. It is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as the fifth and sixth years of study…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The combined Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology (Clinical) program offers advanced training in research skills that are particularly relevant to clinical areas, and requires a minimum of four full-time years to complete.
It is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as the fifth and sixth years of study and graduates are eligible to apply for full membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). After completing a Psychology Board of Australia approved Clinical Psychology registrar program, graduates of the program are eligible to apply for APS College of Clinical Psychology Fellowship and endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist.
Alongside a compulsory coursework component, students will work on their research project during the entire candidature until submission, and the same research-related requirements as the stand-alone PhD program (1400) will apply for the duration of candidature. University regulations and guidelines for good practice in postgraduate research supervision will apply to this program.
Psychology (Forensic) / Psychology – 1405
The combined Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Psychology (Forensic) program offers advanced training in research skills that are particularly relevant to forensic areas, and requires a minimum of four full-time years to complete.
It is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as the fifth and sixth years of study leading to full membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). After completing a Psychology Board of Australia approved Forensic Psychology registrar program, graduates of the program are eligible to apply for APS College of Forensic Psychology Fellowship and endorsement as a Forensic Psychologist.
Alongside a compulsory coursework component, students will work on their research project during the entire candidature until submission, and the same research-related requirements as the stand-alone PhD program (1400) will apply for the duration of candidature. University regulations and guidelines for good practice in postgraduate research supervision will apply to this program.
REQUIREMENTS
An accredited four-year, or three-year plus a fourth year, APAC-accredited sequence in psychology, including a major research thesis, completed within the last 10 years with honours class 1 (85%), or upper second-class honours (75%).
Overseas qualifications must include a major research project and must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Admission is based on academic merit, two referee reports, and performance at an interview.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE – Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of C+ and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked in the world’s top 50 under 50^ and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class*, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain the latest insights and trends and ensuring they graduate career ready.^Ranked in the World’s Top 50 Under 50 – Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and Ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research
