Doctor of Psychology (Clinical and Forensic Psychology)

Swinburne University of Technology

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00111D

This higher degree by research combines intensive high-level research training in clinical psychology and training in forensic psychology by way of coursework, clinical placements and a research thesis concerned with clinical forensic psychology. The program will train highly qualified researchers and clinicians who can work in clinical and forensic psychology domains.

Structure

To receive the award of Doctor of Psychology (Clinical and Forensic Psychology) students must satisfactorily complete 100 credit points in the designated coursework component, 1,500 hours of placement (50 credit points) and must receive a pass from at least two of the nominated examiners for their thesis (250 credit points) in order to complete this degree. Overall the Doctor of Psychology (Clinical and Forensic Psychology) degree comprises:Research (thesis and embedded research in the coursework)Coursework component andPlacement component

Standard entry requirements

  • Applicants must have completed within the last 10 years: An APAC-accredited four year sequence of study in psychology with at least an upper second class Honours (H2A) or equivalent overall mark
  • OR An APAC-accredited Master degree in Psychology
  • OR An overseas qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society as equivalent to either of the above
  • AND Demonstrated possession of an appropriate level of knowledge and skill related to research. Demonstrable counselling experience (e.g., Lifeline, Care Ring, or similar) is preferable but not essential for entry.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Hawthorn International: $158,800 No
  • Full-time : 4 years

Fee comments

Campuses: Hawthorn.

This course is available for domestic students. For more information about the tuition fee, please contact Swinburne University of Technology

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