University of New England
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationFuture fit your career in the rapidly changing world of clinical psychology by adding advanced clinical skills and the practical training necessary to pursue an Area of Practice Endorsement in Clinical Psychology. UNE's accredited Master of Psychology (Clinical) prepares you for clinical practice in this diverse field. You will complete an internal placement in our state-of-the-art UNE Psychology Clinic guided by a dedicated, experienced clinical team, and graduate empowered to provide specialist evidence-based psychological services for a wide range of clients across the lifespan.
If you are a registered psychologist seeking to upskill, take advantage of flexible online study options and enhance your credentials with us.
Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Armidale
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule A: You have completed ONE of the following qualification pathways:
- Within the past ten years* you have completed a four-year Bachelor Honours qualification in Psychology (AQF Level 8) which includes a full sequence of units in Psychology accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
- AND you have achieved a minimum of second-class division one honours or equivalent.
- AND you are eligible for registration as a provisional psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- OR you have completed a three-year AQF Level 7 qualification (or equivalent, such as a Graduate Diploma in Psychology) which includes a full sequence of units in Psychology accredited by APAC.
- AND within the past ten years* you have completed an APAC-accredited fourth year in Psychology (AQF Level 8 Honours or Graduate Diploma) with a minimum of second-class division one honours or equivalent.
- AND you are eligible for registration as a provisional psychologist with AHPRA.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A students must study on campus during their first year, and may transition to online study during their second year.
Rule B: You have completed the UNE Master of Professional Psychology (AQF Level 9) in addition to meeting the entry requirements of Rule A.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B students must study the unit PSYC513 on campus.
Rule C: You meet ALL of the following entry requirements:
- You have held general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) without conditions for a minimum of twelve months.
- You have completed a minimum of twelve months of practice in the role of psychologist with general registration.
- You can provide documentary evidence of the above in the form of a letter from your employer/s.
- You meet the entry requirements of Rule A (with the exception of the eligibility for provisional registration with AHPRA requirement).
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C students must study online.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) will prepare you for the following roles.
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About University of New England
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