Charles Darwin University
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMake a difference in your community.
Our Master of Psychology (Clinical) prepares you for a career as a psychologist in Australia and for entry into the registrar program to become endorsed to practice in the area of Clinical Psychology.
Our vision is to educate, innovate, and inspire the science and practice of clinical psychology in the Northern Territory.
We integrate our teaching, research, and clinical practice with the needs of our region, producing graduates who are engaged with their local communities.
Our Master of Psychology (Clinical) degree supports the science and practice of what helps individuals, families, communities, and society to thrive. You will be exposed to contemporary modes of practice, including face-to-face interventions, telehealth, and the use of immersive technologies such as Virtual Reality.
You will embrace a busy mix of coursework, research, and practical placements. Your clinical training will be demanding and challenging. However, you will find a friendly and enthusiastic group of academic staff and fellow students to support you on your journey.
Delivery mode
Charles Darwin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Ellengowan Drive, Brinkin
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Successful completion of an APAC accredited four-year sequence in Psychology with either
- a minimum upper second class Honours (2A) or
- Graduate Diploma in Psychology with a minimum GPA of 6.00.
All applicants are required to provide:
- 2 referee reports submitted via www.psychologyreference.org and
- a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter addressing why you are interested in the CDU Course; to be uploaded to your application at the time of submission.
Invitations to attend an interview will be extended to applicants based on a combination of academic performance, CV and references.
Essential requirements
All students enrolled in the program are required to be provisionally registered as a psychologist on commencement of the course.
Prior to commencing clinical practice, all students are required to undergo a 'working with vulnerable people' check, and Australian Federal Police Record Check. Depending on requirement of health departments, some health facilities may request students to present a complete immunisation schedule, and First Aid certificates including CPR. A current Working with Children check may also be required.
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
- IELTS Academic: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): A minimum overall score of 176, with no skill below 169.
- Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency: A minimum overall grade of C1, valid for three years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU.
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module: A minimum overall score of 58 with no score lower than 50.
- TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT): A minimum overall score of 79 with a minimum writing score of 21.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) will prepare you for the following roles.
Clinical Psychologist
A Clinical Psychologist assesses and treats patients with various psychological issues. You might conduct psychological examinations and come up wi...
Health Psychologist
A Health Psychologist specialises in understanding how psychological, behavioural, and cultural factors influence health and illness, aiming to imp...
Neuropsychologist
Neuropsychologists are specialist psychologists who support patients with Acquired Brain Injuries (ABIs) and neurological diseases such as Parkinso...
Psychologist
A Psychologist treats a range of mental, emotional and behavioural issues. You might assess patient needs and develop a treatment plan. Psychologis...
Behavioural Psychologist
Behavioural Psychologists are registered psychologists who help their clients make meaningful and positive changes in their behaviour. They use att...
About Charles Darwin University
CDU ranked 91st in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2019. The Ranking features 35 Australian universities, with CDU placing 29th among them. The Ranking analysed more than 300 universities across 13 nations in East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania.
As a leading cross-sectoral institution, CDU is well placed to help students become 'future-ready' workers who co-develop digital knowledge, skills and mindsets to both meet their personal needs and interests and prepare them for a world of constant change.
CDU students will value lifelong and life-wide learning and understand that learning occurs anywhere, anytime and through varied experiences. Throughout their studies, our students will build essential skills for success in academic pursuits, their work and their lives beyond CDU.
