Melbourne,
VIC,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PsyD (Clinical) in Melbourne Australia | Deakin University
Deakin University
|
Melbourne Australia
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
46,000
(c. USD32,439.2)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our program integrates interconnected strands of theory, research, and practical application to equip students for professional psychology registration. Featuring acclaimed instructional methods and educational tools, we employ simulation techniques and competency-focused evaluation methods.
This curriculum builds upon the scientist-practitioner framework, grounded in proven knowledge and contemporary evidence-based studies. The Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) program addresses clinical psychology throughout all life stages, with particular emphasis on evaluating and treating children, teenagers, and family units.
Students gain hands-on clinical experience through our distinctive clinics integrated within public mental health systems, supplemented by placements across various community organizations.
Participants will complete an independent, supervised research project that delivers meaningful and novel advancements to clinical psychology knowledge and practice.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements, and individual circumstances. You will need to meet the minimum course entry requirements to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet all of the following criteria:
completion of a four year tertiary program* of study from an APAC accredited program completed in the last 10 years, with a minimum of Honours 2A average in the fourth year of study or equivalent and
eligibility for registration as a provisional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia
*The fourth year may be an honours program or a graduate diploma. If you are applying with an international qualification this must be assessed as equivalent by the Australian Psychological Society.
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
bachelor degree from a recognised English-speaking country
IELTS overall score of 7.0 (with no band score less than 6.5) or equivalent
TOEFL IBT - 94 with Writing 24
TOEFL PBT - 600 with Writing 5.0
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet all of the following criteria:
completion of a four year tertiary program* of study from an APAC accredited program completed in the last 10 years, with a minimum of Honours 2A average in the fourth year of study or equivalent and
eligibility for registration as a provisional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia
*The fourth year may be an honours program or a graduate diploma. If you are applying with an international qualification this must be assessed as equivalent by the Australian Psychological Society.
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
bachelor degree from a recognised English-speaking country
IELTS overall score of 7.0 (with no band score less than 6.5) or equivalent
TOEFL IBT - 94 with Writing 24
TOEFL PBT - 600 with Writing 5.0
Tuition
AUD
46,000