Psychology

Why pursue postgraduate study in Psychology?

Our postgraduate coursework program prepares you for practice and research in clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology. Gain the specialist training for registration as a professional psychologist and membership of the Australian Psychological Society. We emphasise research based on developments in psychological knowledge. 

Career opportunities

Graduates are prepared for work as psychologists in the health and government sectors, community organisations, research institutions and industry. You may also work as a clinician, case manager, psychotherapist, manager, researcher, specialist consultant or adviser.

Professional Psychology options

To help you choose the right course for your professional goals, see our psychology and employment pages.

We offer

  • Clinical Master’s degrees (coursework) – see the Courses table below
  • Professional Doctorates (combined coursework and research) and  Master’s or PhD (by research) - see the research tab.

Courses

Local students

Psychology courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2013 Master of Clinical Neuropsychology Melbourne
2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time Semester 1 (February)

Master of Clinical Neuropsychology continued…

Course description
This course prepares students for research and practice in clinical neuropsychology. It offers full professional recognition as a psychologist - see Professional recognition for more information.
In keeping with the scientist-professional training model, it emphasises the application of research based on developments in the knowledge of psychology.

Please note: International students cannot undertake studies on overseas exchange in this program.

Prerequisite
Three-year psychology program accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) with at least at a B average or equivalent across all years; and APAC-accredited fourth-year psychology program with at least upper 2nd-class Honours or equivalent.
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Places subject to competitive selection; full fee places are also available
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
Additional costs
Annual fee for provisional psychologist registration - A$390, subject to change.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University by 31 October. Download, complete and submit a Master's form (PDF 1.7MB). Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.

For this course, applicants must also submit two academic and two professional references. Contact the Faculty for proformas:
T 9479 2220
E ste_ask@latrobe.edu.au
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA), membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Clinical Neuropsychology (Master)Melbourne
2013 Master of Clinical Psychology Melbourne
2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time Semester 1 (February)

Master of Clinical Psychology continued…

Course description
This program prepares students for research and practice in clinical psychology, and provides specialist training for registration as a professional psychologist. Graduates can gain membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and eligibility for specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists. In keeping with the scientist-professional training model, it emphasises the application of research, based on developments in knowledge of psychology.
Please note: International students cannot undertake studies on overseas exchange in this program.
Prerequisite
Three-year program in psychology accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) with at least a B average or equivalent across all years; and APAC-accredited fourth-year psychology program with at least upper second-class Honours or equivalent.

Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Places subject to competitive selection; full fee places are also available
Fee amount
Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
Additional costs
Annual fee for provisional psychologist registration - A$390, subject to change.
How to apply
Apply directly to the University by 31 October. Download, complete and submit a Master's forms (PDF 1.7MB). Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.

For this course, applicants must also provide two academic and two professional references. Contact the Faculty for proformas:
T 9479 2220
E ste_ask@latrobe.edu.au
Professional recognition
This course provides the specialist training required to gain registration as a professional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA). Graduates can gain membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and are eligible for specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Clinical Psychology (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

  • Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
  • CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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Psychology international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013 Master of Clinical Neuropsychology (026671B) Melbourne
2 years Semester 1 (March) $25 980

Master of Clinical Neuropsychology continued…

Year
2013
Course description
This course prepares students for research and practice in clinical neuropsychology. It offers full professional recognition as a psychologist - see Professional recognition for more information.
In keeping with the scientist-professional training model, it emphasises the application of research based on developments in the knowledge of psychology.

Please note: International students cannot undertake studies on overseas exchange in this program.

English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 7.0. Please note the Psychology Board of Australia only accepts IELTS results for English language requirements.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants should have:
- At least a B Grade average (70 per cent or above) in an Australian Bachelor's degree with a major in psychology, or approved international equivalent as assessed by the Australian Psychological Society;
- Completed a fourth year in psychology including a major thesis component with at least a high B Grade average (75 per cent or above) or approved international equivalent as assessed by the Australian Psychological Society;
- Experience in voluntary work, or work related to psychology;
- Two academic referee reports (as set out in the proforma, see below); and
- Two professional referee reports (as set out in the proforma, see below).
Contact the School of Psychological Science on (+61 3) 9479 1984 for copies of the referee proforma. They can also be accessed at this website

Applications are ranked on the basis of academic and professional suitability for selection by interview.
Special requirements
Before submitting an application, candidates with overseas qualifications need to have their academic achievements assessed by the Australian Psychological Society. For further details, visit the APS website
Additional costs
Annual fee for provisional psychologist registration - A$390, subject to change.
Additional information
Applications close on 30 September.
Professional recognition
This course provides the specialist training required to gain registration as a professional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA). Graduates can gain membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and are eligible for specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Clinical Neuropsychology (Master)Melbourne
2013 Master of Clinical Psychology (006277M) Melbourne
2 years Semester 1 (March) $25 980

Master of Clinical Psychology continued…

Year
2013
Course description
This program prepares students for research and practice in clinical psychology, and provides specialist training for registration as a professional psychologist. Graduates can gain membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and eligibility for specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists. In keeping with the scientist-professional training model, it emphasises the application of research, based on developments in knowledge of psychology.
Please note: International students cannot undertake studies on overseas exchange in this program.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 7.0. Please note the Psychology Board of Australia only accepts IELTS results for English language requirements.
Academic entry requirements
Applicants should have:
- At least a B Grade average (70 per cent or above) in an Australian Bachelor's degree with a major in psychology, or approved international equivalent as assessed by the Australian Psychological Society;
- Completed a fourth year in psychology including a major thesis component with at least a high B Grade average (75 per cent or above) or approved international equivalent as assessed by the Australian Psychological Society;
- Experience in voluntary work, or work related to psychology;
- Two academic referee reports (as set out in the proforma, see below); and
- Two professional referee reports (as set out in the proforma, see below).
Contact the School of Psychological Science on (+61 3) 9479 1984 for copies of the referee proforma. They can also be accessed at this website

Applications are ranked on the basis of academic and professional suitability for selection by interview.
Special requirements
Before submitting an application, candidates with international qualifications need to have their academic achievements assessed by the Australian Psychological Society. For further details, visit the APS website
Additional costs
Annual fee for provisional psychologist registration - A$390, subject to change.
Additional information
Applications close on 30 September.
Professional recognition
This course provides the specialised training required to gain registration as a professional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA). Graduates can gain membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and are eligible for specialised supervision leading to full membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Clinical Psychology (Master)Melbourne

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

 

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

Find out more about how to apply for Psychology courses.

Your study experience

Psychology placements

Practical placements are an important part of our program and are worth 30% of assessment. You will receive practical training and carry out therapy under the supervision of experienced registered psychologists at the La Trobe Psychology Clinic and various external agencies.

Student and graduate profiles

Find out about the experiences of our students.

Ms Candice Dunstan,
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

"I was awarded a scholarship to study my PhD and look forward to the career opportunities it will bring."

About the academic staff

You'll get to meet a large number of academic staff during your studies, from tutors through to lecturers and supervisors. You can view staff in Psychology or search all staff in the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering.

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