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Western Sydney University

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Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Clinical Psychology

  • Doctorate (PhD)

The Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Clinical Psychology provides you with an opportunity to gain the highest level of research and practical training in clinical psychology. The two strands reflect and facilitate the scientific-practitioner model of practice.

Key details

Degree Type
Doctorate (PhD)
Duration
4.5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

About this course

The Doctor of Philosophy/Master of Clinical Psychology provides you with an opportunity to gain the highest level of research and practical training in clinical psychology. The two strands reflect and facilitate the scientific-practitioner model of practice.

Study locations

Bankstown

Penrith

Career pathways

Graduates may pursue an academic research career, and/or complete the remaining requirements for the full endorsement of practice in clinical psychology, as avenues to a career in:

  • Private Practice

  • Hospitals
  • Mental and Community Health Centres

  • Disability and Home Care

  • Alcohol and other Drugs Rehabilitation Centres

Clinical Psychologist

Psychologists investigate, assess and provide treatment and counselling to foster optimal personal, social, educational and occupational adjustment and development.

Academia

Academics of Psychology may lecture and tutor students, and undertake research in their field of expertise.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at Western Sydney University.
85.2%
Overall satisfaction
85.4%
Skill scale
75.6%
Teaching scale
78.1%
Employed full-time
$69k
Average salary