PhDPsychology
Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology
Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Australia
About this program
The Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology is a doctoral research program at the Australian National University in Canberra, taken over 4 years full-time (192 Units). Coursework includes 64 units from completion of the following compulsory coursework courses. Graduates are expected to critically analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information in a specific area of the discipline relevant to their research. ANU is a research-intensive, Group of Eight university based in Australia's capital, and international students in this program study alongside a large Canberra-based policy, research and public-service community.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 24 parts
- The Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology requires completion 192 units
- including a research project that demonstrates a significant and original contribution to knowledge in the field of study. This includes the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100
- 000 words
- 64 units must come from completion of the coursework component
- 128units must come from completion of the research component
- The 192 units must consist of:
- 64 units from completion of the following compulsory coursework courses
- PSYC9411
- PhD Clinical Coursework I
- PSYC9421
- PHD Clinical Field Placement I
- PSYC9412
- PhD Clinical Coursework II
- PSYC9422
- PHD Clinical Field Placement II
- PSYC9413
- PhD Clinical Coursework III
- PSYC9423
- PHD Clinical Field Placement III
- PSYC9414
- PhD Clinical Coursework IV
- PSYC9424
- PHD Clinical Field Placement IV
- 128units from completion of the following research component
- PSYC9002
- PHD Clinical Research which must be enrolled in multiple times over consecutive semesters
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Admissions
At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Entry to this program is highly competitive. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. Admission to a Doctor of Philosophy is also subject to supervisory capacity, availability of appropriate infrastructure and resources, and approval from the relevant Delegated Authority within the Academic College. The application closing date is 30 September each year. In order to be considered, your application must be submitted by the closing date and include all required supporting documentation. Applicants must: 1. Have completed: an APAC accredited Bachelor degree with a minimum grade of with H2A in Honours in Psychology or international equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5/7.0; or an APAC accredited AQF Level 8 qualification, which must include a substantial research methodology component in Psychology, with a GPA of at least 5.5/7.0. 2. Have the written approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis. 3. Provide: A detailed research proposal outlining your intended research, (applicants should seek guidance from the potential supervisor regarding length and content); Original evidence of all relevant academic qualifications and graduation documentation (with English translation as appropriate); An up-to-date CV including academic qualifications, work experience and research publications; At least three referee reports ; Completed Supplementary form 4. All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students 5. Satisfy a successful assessment of suitability which will be based on interview, supplementary form, CV and the referee reports. 6. Demonstrate eligibility for provisional or full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
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