University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMeet the requirements for registration as a psychologist. Learn at the Thompson Institute, a world-class hub for mental health research, teaching, and clinical services, close to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. The Institute addresses mental health in the community, particularly for youth, adolescents, and older community members.
In this program you will:
- Complete three major components—coursework in professional and clinical psychology, supervised practicum placements, and a research project and thesis
- Participate in placements involving supervised working as a provisional psychologist, in numerous settings, beginning in the University’s Psychology Clinic
- Review relevant literature, design and conduct a study, data collection and analysis, and prepare a thesis
Delivery mode
University of the Sunshine Coast offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
The entry requirements for admission to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) are:
- Successful completion of an APAC accredited four-year degree or fourth year in Psychology.
Master of Psychology (Clinical) offers a limited number of places.
Special selection criteria
- An upper second class Honours (2A) OR psychologists with demonstrated equivalent experience and compliance with PsyBA CPD requirements.
- Applicants must have provisional or general registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 7.0 with minimum of 7.0 in all other subtests
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 105 with no subscore less than 25
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall 65 with no subscore less than 65
- C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency: Overall 185 or above with no less than 185 in each skill
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) will prepare you for the following roles.
Clinical Psychologist
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Neuropsychologist
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Psychologist
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About University of the Sunshine Coast
We’re the University of the Sunshine Coast. UniSC for short.
A young, fresh university driven by an unwavering belief that community and culture is just as important as a world-class education, given by world-class educators.
We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.
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