Course

Master of Clinical Psychology

University of Newcastle, Sydney · Newcastle · Callaghan · Science, Medicine & Health

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Start dates

Semester 1, 2026 Callaghan

English language requirements

University of Newcastle English language requirement
Overall minimum 7. Minimum in each sub-test 7. The handbook publishes these minimums without naming a test.

Academic entry requirements

Admission to the degree is competitive. Applicants require all of the following in order to be considered for a place in the program: Hold a four year, or three year plus a fourth year, Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited sequence in psychology, which has been completed with an upper second class Honours (2A) or above, or an overall GPA above 6.0 in the 4th year component of a non Honours program; or be a currently registered psychologist with the PsyBA who can demonstrate current compliance with Registration Board Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements; or have achieved an overall GPA of 6.0 or above (7-point scale) in an APAC accredited Master of Professional Psychology program or equivalent APAC accredited 5th year program of study; and Eligibility for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; and Satisfying the School of Psychological Sciences of their suitability for the professional practice of clinical psychology. When evaluating suitability, the School will take into account previous relevant experience, reports of referees, units of study previously completed, and the outcome of a selection interview. Selection criteria will also be based on applicants demonstrating a clear understanding of Clinical Psychology and the areas in which a clinical psychologist might work. Desirable criteria include research experience additional to Honours and involvement with professional organisations (e.g., Australian Psychological Society). Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) In addition to the above selection criteria - applicants with a minimum of one year full-time (or equivalent) work experience as a fully registered psychologist (with no conditions on their registration) may apply for RPL for up to 80 units. Applicants will need to provide evidence of achievement of Level 3 Professional Competencies in the course of an assessment of personal and professional suitability and evaluation of prior learning. Such evidence may include, but is not limited to: registration details, work history, log books and evidence of professional development in order to verify their work experience. All RPL applications will be individually assessed, by an assessment team that includes at least one clinical psychologist, in order to ensure that professional competencies have been met.

About this course

Master of Clinical Psychology is a masters course at University of Newcastle, Sydney in Newcastle, New South Wales. Published intakes include Semester 1, 2026.

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