Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Psychology (Clinical) provides a comprehensive program of study focussed on the practice of clinical psychology including assessment, intervention, communication and ethics. It also provides specialised training and supervised practice in the assessment and intervention skills of clinical psychologists. This degree is for graduates who have completed four-years of Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited study, fulfilling an AQF Level 8 sequence in psychology or an international equivalent. Applicants will have demonstrated competent completion of the APAC Level 2 Pre-Professional Competencies during their psychology study. The primary aim of the Master of Psychology (Clinical) is to provide a fifth and sixth year of structured learning and supervised practice to meet the requirements for general registration as a psychologist. This will also prepare graduates for entry into a registrar program leading to an area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology, with the Psychology Board of Australia. See course handbook for more information, The degree includes subjects in clinical assessment and interventions, psychotherapy and research. Students are also required to complete a research project - facilitated by structured research subjects - in each of the two years of the program. Teaching methods include a combination of lectures, workshops, skills training, online and supervised work-based practicums, both at the University's Northfields Psychology Clinic and at external placements.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Tower 1 'Darling Park, Level 2, 201 Sussex St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Wollongong (On Campus): $65633 (2026) total course fee

Intakes

Autumn 2026

Study Mode

On Campus

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic Students

A four-year, or three-year plus a fourth-year, Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited sequence in psychology within the last 10 years. Applicants must also be eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a provisional psychologist.
Places in this course are limited. Entry is competitive and based on academic merit and personal suitability. For information on how to apply, please visit the Application Information for Postgraduate Training in Clinical Psychology webpage. Here you will find step-by-step instructions and additional supporting documentation required to complete your application.

Work and life experience:

Admission to UOW is primarily based on your academic qualifications, with work or life experience generally not considered. If you do not meet the academic requirements for this course, we recommend exploring recognized pathway programs, such as those offered by UOW College or the TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC).
For more information, please refer to the UOW Admissions Information page.

Compulsory Work Based Placement:

This course contains a total of 1000 hours of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 104 weeks (at 10 hours per week) throughout the degree.

Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications:

UOW recognises a range of overseas higher education qualifications. Your qualifications will be assessed for equivalence to Australian qualifications and the admission requirements for this course. Documents issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by an official English translation.
For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

English language proficiency:

All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.
Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.
Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

International Students

A four-year, or three-year plus a fourth-year, Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited sequence in psychology within the last 10 years. Applicants must also be eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a provisional psychologist.
Places in this course are limited. Entry is competitive and based on academic merit and personal suitability. For information on how to apply, please visit the Application Information for Postgraduate Training in Clinical Psychology webpage. Here you will find step-by-step instructions and additional supporting documentation required to complete your application.

English Language Requirements:

The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 75 in Academic Reading and Writing (ARW) and 75 in Academic Listening and Speaking (ALS))Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

IELTS Academic:

Overall Score 7.0, Reading 7.0, Writing 7.0, Listening 7.0, Speaking 7.0

TOEFL (Internet-based):

Overall Score 100, Reading 22, Writing 22, Listening 22, Speaking 22

Compulsory Work Based Placement:

This course contains a total of 1000 hours of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 104 weeks (at 10 hours per week) throughout the degree.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Academic Researcher
Clinical Case Manager
Clinical Psychologist
Consumer Behaviour Analyst
Counsellor
Management Consultant
Market Researcher
Practising Psychologist
Rehabilitation Specialist
Social Policy Analyst
Substance Abuse Counsellor

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units12 units

PSYP934

Psychotherapy B

Year 1 > Spring — 6 credit points

PSYP942

Research B

Year 1 > Spring — 6 credit points

PSYP935

Applied Interventions

Year 1 > Spring — 6 credit points

PSYP941

Research A

Year 1 > Autumn — 6 credit points

PSYP911

Assessment

Year 1 > Autumn — 6 credit points

PSYP932

Psychotherapy A

Year 1 > Autumn — 6 credit points

PSYP923

Practicum

Year 1 > Annual — 12 credit points

PSYP945

Research Project A

Year 2 > Autumn — 12 credit points

PSYP916

Clinical Assessment and Interventions A

Year 2 > Autumn — 6 credit points

PSYP924

Advanced Practicum

Year 2 > Annual — 12 credit points

PSYP913

Clinical Assessment and Interventions B

Year 2 > Spring — 6 credit points

PSYP946

Research Project B

Year 2 > Spring — 12 credit points

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Master of Psychology (Clinical) accredited by any professional body?

Yes, the Master of Psychology (Clinical) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as a 5th and 6th year program of study for the purpose of full registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, and to provide preparation for entry into a registrar program leading to an area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology with the Psychology Board of Australia.

How many hours of work-based placement are required in this course?

This course contains a total of 1000 hours of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 104 weeks (at 10 hours per week) throughout the degree.

What are the entry requirements for the Master of Psychology (Clinical)?

Applicants must have successfully completed a four-year, or three-year plus a fourth-year, APAC-accredited sequence in psychology within the last 10 years, with an Honours degree of at least Class II Division 1 (or an equivalent 4th-year qualification) to be considered a successful candidate for the Clinical Psychology Program.

What are the fees for the Master of Psychology (Clinical)?

The indicative course fee for a full-fee paying place is $65,633 (2026), with a session fee of $16,408 (2026). However, in 2026, domestic students may be eligible for either a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or a UOW-subsidised fee reduction of up to 75% off the fees listed.

What teaching methods are used in the Master of Psychology (Clinical)?

Teaching methods include a combination of lectures, workshops, skills training, online and supervised work-based practicums, both at the University's Northfields Psychology Clinic and at external placements. Students are also required to complete a research project — facilitated by structured research subjects — in each of the two years of the program.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $61,000 to $80,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $80,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $124,000 per year

Career Paths

Clinical PsychologistCounselling PsychologistOrganisational / Industrial PsychologistForensic PsychologistSchool Psychologist / Educational Psychologist

Key Skills

Critical thinking and evidence-based reasoningPsychological assessment and diagnostic interviewingQuantitative and qualitative research design and analysisTherapeutic communication and active listeningReport writing and clinical documentation

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Master of Psychology (Clinical)

About This Course

Available Locations

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Entry Requirements

Domestic Students

International Students

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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