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Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)

A single four year research award offered by the Research School of Psychology

  • Length 4 year full-time
  • Minimum 192 Units
  • Academic plan 9064XCLPSY
  • Post Nominal
  • CRICOS code 070333K
  • Dr Amy Dawel
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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. :

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

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

PSYC9002 PHD Clinical Research

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

For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees

For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees

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

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.

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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 .

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We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

Please note the application closing date is 30 September each year .

APAC Accreditation

The Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

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