Fast Facts
Location
Commencing
- Townsville: February
Fees
$4,627.00+
$35,428.00^
+estimated annual Commonwealth Supported Fee for a full-time study load
^estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load
Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Fee deferral and scholarships available if eligible
Currently displaying fees for 2025, which are subject to change in following years.
Duration
2 years full-time
Entry Requirements
Class 1 or 2A honours from AQF Level 8 bachelor honours degree accredited by the Australian Psychological Society; or equivalent. Must hold Provisional registration as a psychologist in Australia.
English language requirements
Band 3c
If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.
Course Code
102304
Course detail
Through this course you will gain the advanced academic and practical training for professional practice that is required for registration as a practising psychologist.
Benefit from JCU’s research focus and learn from world-renowned lecturers and leading industry professionals. Access JCU’s observation suites and world-class training facilities and develop professional skills through extensive professional placements.
Consult the handbook for further information.
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University’s learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please review the inherent requirements for the Master of Psychology (Clinical).
This course provides advanced academic and practical postgraduate training at a level sufficient to meet the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council’s (APAC) accreditation criteria.
Upon completing the Master of Psychology (Clinical), graduates will be eligible for full, general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. After two years of supervised practice in the field, graduates will also be eligible for membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.
Estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee: $AUD4,627.00
Estimated annual tuition fee: $AUD35,428.00
A Student Services and Amenities fee is payable per subject up to a maximum amount per year.
A variety of Scholarships are available to suit different student types.
Complete an online application through our Online Application Portal.
Closing dates for applications: 30 September. Only complete applications received by Midnight 30 September will be accepted.
Applicants are required to submit two referee reports via the National Psychology Referee System*. One of these must be an academic reference.
Applicants must also complete and upload the following forms and documentary evidence with their application:
- Degree transcript and Testamur
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal Statement outlining your motivation to study the Master of Psychology (Clinical) and how the degree will impact your future work in rural or remote setting.
Short-listing of applicants will be undertaken in October with interview offers sent in late October.
Interviews will occur in mid-November. All short-listed applicants must attend a face-to-face interview if in the Queensland catchment area.
Real stories
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Student
Billie McKeen
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
The subjects cover a wide range of skills in assessment, therapeutic intervention and research. The course ensures that students graduate ready for professional practice, with a high skill set and specialised understanding of psychology.
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Alumni
Debbie Vanzoelen
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
A remote placement in Mount Isa was the highlight of my studies. It gave me opportunities to extend my learning and led to employment in the region for several years. The best part of the course was working with students and lecturers who formed an important professional network, with many becoming lifelong friends.
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Lecturer
Dr Meegan Kilcullen
Senior Lecturer, Master of Psychology (Clinical)
We train clinicians to think critically, to be creative and flexible, and to be adaptive to any clinical environment, particularly in the tropics. We are dedicated to supporting students to become clinical psychologists who are self-reflexive and culturally responsive in their practice.