Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)

Course rules and topic information

The University Calendar contains course aims, topic information, course rules, and admission requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy Clinical Psychology).

Course handbook

The 2009 course handbook can be downloaded as a PDF document. This handbook is also a guide for students intending to enrol in 2010.

To assist applicants in selecting a supervisor and research project a list of potential projects and supervisors is available. Other staff are happy to discuss PhD projects with applicants. Their research interests can be obtained here. More information can be obtained from the pages of individual staff members.

Information regarding placement policies is also provided.

How to apply

Application forms for 2009 can be downloaded here. Applications close on 31st October 2008.

Applicants for the M. Psych (Clin) and PhD (Clin Psych) who are graduates with psychology degrees from non-Australian universities must have their qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society for equivalence to an Australian programme of study prior to submitting their application. Information about the process for obtaining this assessment can be found on the APS web site on http://www.psychology.org.au/membership/qualifications/

Resources

Various resources for enrolled postgraduate students, including downloadable forms and useful links, can be found on the resources page.