Program Requirements
The Doctor of Philosophy requires the submission and successful examination of a thesis of up to 100,000 words.
Study consists of four years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.
The Doctor of Philosophy requires the completion of the following. :
Year 1
PSYC9411 PhD Clinical Coursework I
PSYC9421 PHD Clinical Field Placement I
PSYC9431 PHD Clinical Research I
PSYC9412 PhD Clinical Coursework II
PSYC9422 PHD Clinical Field Placement II
PSYC9432 PHD Clinical Research II
Year 2
PSYC9413 PhD Clinical Coursework III
PSYC9423 PHD Clinical Field Placement III
PSYC9433 PHD Clinical Research III
PSYC9414 PhD Clinical Coursework IV
PSYC9424 PHD Clinical Field Placement IV
PSYC9434 PHD Clinical Research IV
Year 3
PSYC9002 PHD Clinical Research
PSYC9002 PHD Clinical Research
Year 4
PSYC9002 PHD Clinical Research
PSYC9002 PHD Clinical Research
Admission Requirements
To be admitted into the Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) program you will be required to have completed at least a four-year APAC accredited sequence of study in Psychology at an Australian university or equivalent with a result of at least a high 2A honours grade.
All applicants must meet the University’s English Language Admission Requirements for Students.
You may be granted admission if you can demonstrate that you have a background equivalent to these qualifications.
If you think you qualify, check out our guidance on how to apply.
Indicative fees
All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)
Domestic students
Domestic research students are not required to pay tuition fees as they are enrolled under the Research Training Scheme which funds the fees. For further information see students.anu.edu.au/fees/domestic/research.php
International students
Indicative fees for international students are:
International student fees (ISF)
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $36,528.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
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.
Exceptional research degrees at ANU
The Australian National University provides PhD students with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything. ANU is one of the world's leading universities, and the smart choice for your research program.
As a PhD student you will work with increased independence, under the direction of a supervisory panel of experts in the field. Your research will make an original and important contribution to human knowledge, research and development.
Career Options
ANU provides you with more choice for your entrance score by offering the new Flexible Double Degree program.
The ANU Flexible Double Degree lets you build skills for your chosen career without forfeiting your passion. It's your choice to build a double degree partnership that suits your head and your heart.http://students.anu.edu.au/applications/