Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
Program Overview
Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
The Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology) at Victoria University provides an accredited pathway to clinical psychology endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a fully registered psychologist.
Overview
This course prepares students for a career as a Clinical Psychologist. Students will learn advanced theory and psychological practice skills, engage in practical classes and fieldwork placements, and complete a minor master's research thesis. The course has a unique emphasis on both cognitive-behavioural and psychodynamic therapeutic practice.
Duration and Delivery
- Duration: 2 years
- Delivery mode: In person
- Location: Footscray Park
Fees
- Tuition: AU$19,100 per semester
Applications and Closing Dates
Applications may close before the published closing date if the course quota is met. Early application is strongly recommended.
- Round 1 closed on 31 October 2025
- Round 2 closes on 28 November 2025
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Appraise the contribution, demands, and responsibilities of psychology practice.
- Critically analyse psychological problems from diverse perspectives.
- Formulate and evaluate evidence-based and effective intervention plans.
- Critically review evidence-based literature to identify and apply best practice guidelines.
- Exhibit advanced interpersonal and interprofessional communication skills.
- Investigate and execute a substantial research-based project.
- Critically evaluate core ethical and professional conduct issues.
- Formulate diagnostic conceptualisations of severe, chronic, and/or complex mental health presentations.
Course Structure
To attain the Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology), students will be required to complete 192 credit points of Core studies.
Units
The course structure includes the following units:
- Foundations of Psychotherapy
- Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy
- Clinical Assessment
- Clinic Experience
- Psychopathology and Diagnosis
- Research Methods
- Psychology of Health and Community
- Professional Ethics
- Introduction to Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Evidence-Based Therapy Developments
- Clinical Placement 1
- Thesis 1
- Clinical Placement 2
- Advanced Clinical Practice
- Psychodynamic Therapy Applications
- Thesis 2
Entry Requirements
To be considered for postgraduate study, applicants will need to have specific academic qualifications.
- Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four-year undergraduate sequence in psychology.
- Minimum average of at least 75 in the fourth-year sequence.
- IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 7.0 (with no band less than 7.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking).
Careers
The Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology) provides an accredited pathway to registration as a psychologist. Graduates can apply for two years of supervised practice in clinical psychology through the registrar program, after which they will become eligible to apply for endorsement in the area of Clinical Psychology with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA).
Professional Accreditation/Industry Recognition
This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
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- Master of Professional Psychology
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