Master of Psychology (Clinical)

The Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Charles Darwin University prepares graduates to practise as clinical psychologists in Australia. Over two years of full-time study, you'll build advanced skills in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions for a variety of mental health concerns. Coursework covers topics such as psychopathology, ethics and professional issues, therapeutic techniques, and research methods relevant to clinical settings.

Students complete a mix of academic units and supervised clinical placements. Placements take place in approved health services across Darwin and the Northern Territory, providing practical experience with clients under the supervision of registered psychologists. You’ll also complete a research thesis focused on a question of clinical significance, which develops your ability to critically engage with the scientific literature and apply research to practice.

This qualification is structured as a two-year, full-time degree consisting of coursework units and clinical placements. Units are measured in credit points; detailed information about unit choices and credit point requirements is available on the university’s site. This master's suits graduates of accredited undergraduate psychology programs who are seeking professional registration as clinical psychologists and are interested in working in culturally diverse and remote Australian settings.

As with all accredited Australian postgraduate psychology degrees, the course adheres to the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council standards, which is required for seeking registration. Students on a student visa can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods. Graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) and should confirm all details on the official Charles Darwin University page.

• Clinical Psychologist in hospitals, community health centres, or private practice
• Mental health programme coordinator
• Psychological assessor for government or non-governmental organisations
• Researcher in clinical or health psychology
• Consultant in mental health and wellbeing services across the Northern Territory and Australia