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Master of Clinical Psychology
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Sydney gives psychology graduates the knowledge and practical experience to work as a professional clinical psychologist, including full registration as a psychologist in Australia. Students complete core units in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders, alongside 1,200 hours of supervised clinical placements in clinics, teaching hospitals and community settings, and a research project.
Sydney established Australia's first psychology department in 1927, and clinical training begins at the University's Brain and Mind Centre. Graduates work as clinical, forensic, organisational or sports psychologists across clinical and community settings.
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Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
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On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Registration needs the full accredited sequence (accredited bachelor's, honours, then an accredited master's or doctorate), which takes several years beyond a first degree. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four year bachelors degree with honours in psychology from a higher education provider, gaining at least first class honours or equivalent. The bachelors degree with honours must include a major research project and thesis as an essential part of the degree. You must satisfy the Head of the School of Psychology (or delegate) of your personal suitability for the practice of clinical psychology through your application, references and selection interview. Applicants for the MCP/PhD must additionally meet the PhD admission requirements. Gadigal Program applicant qualifications Please note that Gadigal Program applicants have different qualification requirements, please see detailed information below. Non-Australian qualifications (if relevant) The Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) provides information on APAC accredited psychology qualifications in Australia. The Australian Psychological Society (APS) assesses non-Australian qualifications for APAC equivalence. All qualifications obtained from a non-Australian Higher Education Provider must be assessed as equivalent by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) before an application may be submitted.
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