Program Requirements

The program will have three components: research thesis, clinical field placements and coursework. Each candidate must complete 96 units (67% of total weight) of research thesis and 48 units (33% of total weight) of coursework and field placements. The research thesis consists of an empirical research investigation and related research practicums.

Required courses:

PSYC9011 DPsych Clinical Coursework I

PSYC9012 DPsych Clinical Coursework II

PSYC9013 DPsych Clinical Coursework III

PSYC9014 DPsych Clinical Coursework IV

PSYC9015 DPsych Clinical Coursework V

PSYC9016 DPsych Clinical Coursework VI

PSYC9021 DPsych Clinical Field Placement I

PSYC9022 DPsych Clinical Field Placement II

PSYC9023 DPsych Clinical Field Placement III

PSYC9024 DPsych Clinical Field Placement IV

PSYC9025 Research Practicum I

PSYC9026 Research Practicum II

PSYC9001F Doctor of Psychology Research Component, Department of Psychology, SHPS

Or

PSYC9001P Doctor of Psychology Research Component, Department of Psychology, SHPS

Admission Requirements

Honours degree in psychology at the IIA level or better, including completion of an undergraduate course in abnormal psychology at the 2nd, 3^rd or 4^th year level. Entry by a fourth year postgraduate diploma in psychology will also be considered. Diplomas must (a) be of honours standard, (b) contain a substantial research methodology component, and (c) be accredited for Associate Membership of the Australian Psychological Society.

All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students

Fee Information

All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)

The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.

For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments

Scholarships

ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.

Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are.  Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.

For further information see the Scholarships website.