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This course provides advanced, research-based studies in psychology for students who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) or an equivalent accredited three-year degree in Psychology.
This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
This course has been Accredited by: Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Students will need to graduate to be eligible to register with the Psychology Board of Australia. Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia is required to practice in the profession.
All students are required to have a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) degree with a Weighted Course Average (WAM) of 70 per cent or higher, with equivalents considered, and have at least a Credit average in second and third year units, as well as a Credit average in the majority of Psychology units. Performance in second and third year Psychology units may also be taken into consideration if numerous high-quality applications are received. Students should also have demonstrated aptitude for and commitment to research.
Portfolio pathway applications are not accepted for this course.
Residential schools will be offered in both semesters. Students are required to attend the compulsory residential school in Semester 2.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| PSY5128 | Research Skills | 15 |
| PSY5189 | Preparation of Thesis Proposal | 20 |
| PSY5150 | Health and Clinical Psychology | 15 |
| PSY5188 | Advanced Developmental and Professional Issues in Psychology | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| PSY5190 | Thesis Development | 40 |
| PSY5168 | Psychological Assessment | 15 |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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