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Master of Psychology in Clinical
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Two-year master's degree in clinical psychology.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate advanced theories and contemporary practice in Psychology in Clinical. Apply analytical
- research and problem-solving methods to complex issues. Communicate evidence-based recommendations in the field.
Career outcomes
- Psychologist
- psychology researcher
- psychology academic
- clinical psychologist (with further training)
- mental health and wellbeing
- public and private health
- hospitals
- not-for-profit
- government
- tertiary education
- research
Curriculum
- Two years full-time. Students develop advanced skills in psychological assessment
- case formulation
- diagnosis
- intervention and evaluation
- undertake supervised training and placements in real-world settings
- and complete a research project including data analysis and a dissertation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in any discipline or equivalent
- 1 to 1.5 year pathways need a related graduate certificate or diploma
- Honours degree
- Or a related bachelor plus two years' relevant work experience
- Selection is competitive for psychology
- Optometry
- Medicine
- Speech pathology and teaching.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in any discipline or equivalent; shorter 1-1.5 year pathways need a related graduate certificate/diploma, honours degree, or a related bachelor plus two years' relevant work experience (Masters coursework, admission policy effective 2026-10-06); selection is competitive for some (psychology, optometry, medicine, speech pathology, teaching with Casper)
Language tests
- IELTS Academic IELTS 7.0 overall with minimum 7.0 each component
- TOEFL iBT Not published
- IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0)
- PTE Academic Not published
- Cambridge Not published
- IELTS Academic 7
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Psychology in Clinical admission requirements at Deakin University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $47,200 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $11,800 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne Burwood Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Health |
| Department | Department of Health Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 16 |
| Study pace | Flexible,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Deakin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of Psychology in Clinical. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
22 Jan 2027
69 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 22 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $47,200 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $11,800 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic IELTS 7.0 overall with minimum 7.0 each component, TOEFL iBT Not published, IELTS 7.0 (no band below 7.0), PTE Academic Not published, Cambridge Not published, IELTS Academic 7.