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Murdoch University

This course gives opportunity to student to qualify as a practising clinical psychologist and make a direct contribution to improving the mental health and well-being of individuals and communities. In addition this degree qualifies student to work as a clinical psychologist for the health department and all other government services. The student becomes skilled in prevention, research, intervention, and evaluation techniques through supervised training at our modern Psychology Clinic. Students will also gain hands-on experience working with real clients. All of the supervisors are experienced and currently practicing clinical psychologists. This supervision is supported by intensive coursework units. The final part of degree is to complete at least three approved placements. One placement is to be organized at a adult clinical facility, one at a child clinical facility and one at a rehabilitation facility. After completing the first year of Master of Applied Psychology students have the option to transfer into the Psychology PhD course. If accepted, Student can choose to be conferred with both a Master of Applied Psychology and a PhD.
Basic knowledge of biology and analytical skills.
Prevention, research, intervention, and evaluation techniques through supervised training at Psychology Clinic is involved as major part of study .
Applicants should hold, on admission, an accredited Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with Honours in Psychology, or a Bachelor of Psychology four-year degree, or equivalent. Students with overseas qualifications who may be accepted into the course and who wish to seek registration within Australia after graduation should ensure that their undergraduate qualification meets the requirements of the relevant psychology registration board for equivalence to a four-year Australian degree in Psychology. Applicants will be required to obtain a police clearance and Working with Children Certificate where appropriate. Applicants must also supply a Personal Statement, Referee Reports and Curriculum Vita with their application.
The students after completing this course gets accreditation by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and recognised by the Australian Psychological Society and the relevant Registration Board.
The employment opportunities for students of these positions are entry-level, but they can be a great way to gain experience after pursuing a doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology. Some possible job titles in this area include: Behavioral counselor, Health project coordinator, Psychiatric technician, Rehabilitation specialist, Group home coordinator, Family services worker, Child protection worker, Child care supervisor.
IELTS:-6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0),Internet Based TOEFL:-80 (no band less than 20)
$27,250 (annual tuition fee for 2013 in AUD - 24 pts)
2 years full-time study