Postgraduate Courses
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Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)

Testamur Title of Degree:

Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)

Abbreviation:

PhD (ClinPsyc)

My University:

Psychology, Philosophy

Duration:

4 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

192

Delivery Mode:

On-campus

Starting Session(s):

Autumn

Location:

Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

209

CRICOS Code:

003002G

Overview

This program aims to equip candidates with both clinical and research training at high levels of expertise. The coursework and practical experience provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles governing psychological assessment and therapy and the clinical skills required to treat a wide variety of psychological disorders in children, adolescents and adults. Candidates also undertake in-depth research that makes an original contribution to the body of knowledge in clinical psychology. The research comprises more than two thirds of the degree. The clinical training enables the candidate to practise as a clinical psychologist, and the research training can lead to (or enhance) an academic career, and is highly regarded by public and private sector employers.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Candidates must have a superior honours degree in Psychology of at least four years duration of Class II, Division 1 standard or higher. Entry is very competitive and successful applicants will typically also be recipients of a PhD Scholarship. Selection for entry is based on academic record, a research proposal, two referee's reports, relevant practical experience and a personal statement. Short-listed candidates are also subject to a selection interview.

International students must demonstrate that they have achieved an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with at least 7.0 in all bands (reading and writing, speaking and listening). In addition, international applicants must have a degree in psychology that is equivalent to an Australian 4-year sequence of psychology. International applicants must have their qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) for equivalence and provide this evidence in their application (see: www.psychology.org.au/membership/qualifications/).

Course Requirements

Students should consult the information on Criminal Records Checks, Prohibited Employment Declaration and Infectious Diseases in the Additional Information section.

Subject Code

Subject Name

Session

Credit Points

GHMC951

Child & Adult Assessment & Psychopathology

Autumn

8

GHMC952

Principles of Psychotherapy

Autumn

8

GHMC955

Health & Wellbeing

Autumn

8

GHMC953

Neuropsychology & Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Spring

8

GHMC954

Cognitive Behavioural Therapies

Spring

8

GHMC956

Special Groups & Methods

Spring

8

THES916

Research Thesis Part Time

Autumn/Spring

16

THES924

Thesis full-time students

Autumn/Spring

24

or

     

THES912

Thesis part-time students

Autumn/Spring

12

Professional Recognition

This program is accredited by the NSW Registration Board for registration as a psychologist, by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) for Registration as a Psychologist and as a qualifying degree for endorsement in Clinical Psychology. The program is also approved by the APS College of Clinical Psychologists for associate membership.

Other Information

For further information visit http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/

Last reviewed: 12 February, 2014