The Doctor of Psychology course combines coursework in an area of professional practice in Psychology with additional placements and research experience to that found in the Master of Psychology course.  Candidates specialise in one of the following Psychology areas: Clinical Forensic, Community or Clinical.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission is available to graduates with a relevant Bachelor degree with 2A Honours or higher, or a relevant Master of Arts, Science or Psychology degree which has a substantial research component.  Admission also depends upon the availability of a principal supervisor from the School of Psychology with expertise in the field of inquiry.

SATISFACTORY PROGRESS

Students who enrol part-time are expected to take a minimum of six hours coursework per week.  Part-time students should consult the stream coordinator regarding the recommended units for each semester.

Any student who has not completed and submitted their research project within the normal period of time will re-enrol in PSY6286 until the project is submitted.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Normally the course will be completed over three years of full-time study or the equivalent period of part-time study.  All years of the course involve coursework, practical experience in structured placements, and the preparatory work on the thesis. An initial supervisor will oversee the production of the thesis proposal, and a supervisory panel will assist the development and production of the student’s research.  Students are required to make satisfactory progress in each semester for their doctoral thesis units.  Students with unsatisfactory progress will not be allowed to remain in the course.

Any student who wishes to register as a psychologist within Australia or to join a College of the Australian Psychological Society should consult the course coordinator to learn the additional course requirements.  Similarly, any student who wishes to practise as a psychologist in another country should consult the professional regulatory bodies in that country to learn of the necessary requirements.

The Doctor of Psychology will culminate in the completion of a thesis that makes a contribution to knowledge in a specialist area of study.

The normal course details for the three major areas of specialisation are as follows: