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University of Newcastle

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Master of Clinical Psychology

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Clinical Psychology is a professional qualification for those who wish to practice as a Clinical Psychologist.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb

About this course

The Master of Clinical Psychology is a professional qualification for those who wish to practice as a Clinical Psychologist. With expert supervision in our Psychology clinic and local health care and community settings, the course will give you the skills to work in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of psychological disorders.

You will enhance your conceptual and interpersonal skills and apply advanced knowledge, principles and methods to relevant procedures, technologies and techniques in the professional practice of Clinical Psychology. You will work collaboratively and effectively with a diverse range of clients and other health professionals, and be able to conduct, evaluate and present systematic research relevant to Clinical Psychology.

Graduates will be knowledgeable, skilled and ethical practitioners of Clinical Psychology and capable of adhering to the 'scientist-practitioner' model of practice.

What you will learn

The University of Newcastle's Master of Clinical Psychology offers courses that will enable you to gain comprehensive knowledge in professional and ethical practice, counselling and clinical interventions, clinical neuropsychology, health psychology, and the clinical psychology of adults, children, and people with intellectual disabilities.

Key areas of study include:

  • advanced methodology
  • critical issues and controversies in psychology
  • counselling and clinical intervention
  • professional and ethical practice