Master of Clinical Psychology

Admissions information

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  This course is designed for those aspiring to become clinical psychologists. It provides a blend of practical experience and research-based education. It integrates on-campus and online learning, which is complemented by both on-campus and external clinical placements.

  The industry relevance of the course is ensured by the teaching staff who are all practicing clinical psychologists. Robust clinical skills, are acquired and honed through their expert supervision in our state-of-the-art university clinic and diverse external placements, preparing you for a wide range of areas of clinical psychology practice. Learning occurs through a mix of practical and theoretical methods, fostering a comprehensive understanding of clinical psychology.

  The course offers training in professional practice as a clinical psychologist. Uniquely, all academic staff are also experienced, currently practicing clinical psychologists. Through expert supervision in the university clinic, as well as on external placements, students develop strong clinical skills applicable to a wide range of clinical psychology areas of practice.

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  Discover our scholarships for undergraduate, postgraduate and research students. Our scholarships celebrate diversity and academic excellence. Use the scholarship search tool to find the right scholarship for you.

  Scholarships for domestic students

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  This course is offered on a two-year, full-time basis. Students are not permitted to enrol part time.

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  To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

  Applicants must have the following:

  • Completed Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited Level 1 and Level 2 program in psychology within the last 10 years with a first class (H1) or an upper second class Honours (H2A) or equivalent overall mark and a minimum GPA of 5.5/7 AND Eligibility for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia AND a period of at least 6 months of relevant work experience in mental health AND an interest in the course and demonstrated understanding of the opportunities present in Clinical Psychology

  Applications are assessed for interview based on academic performance, relevant experience in mental health, academic and professional references, and personal statement. Selected competitive applicants are invited to interview and final offers are dependent upon interview rank. At interview, applicants are assessed on their knowledge of research, clinical training, ethical practice as well as their interpersonal effectiveness and suitability for clinical practice. Final offers are ranked on interview performance.

  Notes about qualifications: 

  • Psychology qualifications from overseas must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as equivalent to an APAC accredited four-year undergraduate sequence. The degree must include a major research thesis component. The APS does not assess psychology qualifications for the purpose of registration, and an additional assessment may be required by the Psychology Board of Australia for this purpose.
  • For completed Level 2 degrees, applicants must provide a completion letter from their program coordinator to confirm their equivalent honours class and overall grade (if not stated on their transcript).

  Supporting documentation to be submitted with the application

  • Resume: Demonstrating at least six months of relevant paid or volunteer work experience in mental health (at the time of application). Relevant experience may include but is not limited to, experience such as telephone or face to face counselling, research or research assistant experience involving direct contact with clinical populations, work in a client facing capacity in a private practice, or work with an ABA service.
    • Must provide a professional reference and resume as evidence of at least six months of relevant work experience in mental health.
    • The names of both the academic and professional referees must be listed on the resume.
  • Personal statement: 300-word personal statement outlining reasons for studying the Master of Clinical Psychology, suitability for the course, and skills and experiences which are most relevant to the course.
  • All official academic transcript(s)
  • Two (2) references, one academic and one professional submitted via the Psychology Reference Portal and shared with UTS, as follows:
    • The referee should clearly state their organisational relationship to the applicant, current position, and employer.
    • The professional reference must account for the applicant's experience in mental health. The professional referee must have supervised the applicant's work experience in mental health, as outlined on their resume.
    • The academic reference must account for the applicant's ability to write, undertake research and respond to research supervision (e.g. Honours research supervisor or coordinator).
    • Indigenous applicants are welcome to submit cultural and/or community referees to accompany their application.

  If full details are not provided, applications are considered incomplete.

  Professional and clinical requirements

  Prior to enrolling into, or at enrolment in this course, all successful applicants are required to:

  • obtain registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA) as a provisionally registered psychologist
  • acquire a Working With Children Check and an Australian National Police Check
  • complete a series of NSW Health forms including a Code of Conduct
  • demonstrate evidence of protection against a number of specified infectious diseases

  Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

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  2025 Indicative tuition fees for domestic students

  As a postgraduate student, you'll be responsible for covering your own tuition fees.

  2025 Tuition Fee

  • Indicative first-year tuition fee:  $40,200
  • Indicative total tuition fee:  $82,209

  You can choose to pay your fees upfront per session, or if you’re eligible, you can defer them using a government FEE-HELP loan. This loan helps you cover all or part of your tuition fees. Keep in mind that applications for this loan are specific to each course.

  Additional Costs 

  Your tuition fees do not include:

  • The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF), which supports student services and activities. If eligible, you can defer this fee using SA-HELP.
  • Textbooks, materials, and other course-related costs.
  • Any applicable payment processing fees (e.g., credit card surcharges).

  Important Information 

  • Fees are shown in Australian Dollars (AUD).
  • The indicative tuition fees above are based on full-time study (1 year = 48 credit points).
  • Your actual fees depend on the year you enrol, your study load and the subjects you choose. Some subjects fall into different student contribution bands.
  • You can calculate your student contribution based on the amounts listed in the student contribution table

  Alumni Advantage Program 

  As a UTS graduate, you can enjoy a 10% discount on your course fees. Just apply for the course you're interested in, and if you're accepted, the discount will automatically be applied to your enrolment invoice. Learn more about the Alumni Advantage Program. 

  If you have any questions about course fees, please feel free to make an enquiry.
 

  Information for Masters by Research students: Government-funded scholarship places available

  As a recipient of the Australian Government’s Research Training Program (RTP) Fees Offset Scholarship, you do not have to pay tuition fees for up to the maximum period of candidature. However, even with this scholarship, you should expect ongoing costs that aren’t covered, like travel, training, and professional development. These costs can vary for each person, so it’s important to plan accordingly. Additionally, scholarships are available to help with your living expenses.

  Important details: The RTP Fees Offset Scholarship covers your tuition fees, but please note that it doesn’t include additional costs related to studying or conducting research. Additional fees for domestic students. For more information visit Research student fees.

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  Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory.

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  The Master of Clinical Psychology provides the fifth and sixth year of study required to register as a psychologist in Australia. Graduates are eligible, following two years of supervised practice (external to the university), for endorsement as a clinical psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and full membership of the Australian Psychological Society, College of Clinical Psychologists, and/or the Australian Clinical Psychology Association.

  The UTS program has full accreditation by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).