Title	Master of Applied Psychology + Doctor of Philosophy
Study Level	Master - Coursework/Doctorate - Research
School	School of Psychology
Course Code	D1028; M1156; M1157
Qualification	Master of Applied Psychology (MAppPsych) + Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Availability	Murdoch campus (internal)
Restriction	All postgraduate courses are subject to restriction.
Duration	4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Description	This combined course is offered to students wishing to combine professional training at Master's level in Clinical or Organisational Psychology with compatible research at the PhD level. It combines a thorough professional training in the chosen area of specialisation with the high level of research training associated with doctoral-level studies. The course allows students to fulfil the requirements of both the relevant Masters degree and the PhD. Students who have a strong academic record demonstrating particular strength in the area of research may be considered for entry. Candidates will normally complete the full first year of the Masters course before going on to enrol in the PhD for the second, third and fourth years. Students are exempted from the Masters thesis requirement and normally complete a 12-point external placement unit concurrently with the PhD commitment. Whilst candidates are advised to complete the first year of the Masters course in advance of beginning the PhD, it is possible to begin with the latter. There are two Masters courses available: in Clinical Psychology and in Organisational Psychology. Coursework is selected and placements organised according to the area of specialisation. It is a requirement that the topic of the PhD must relate to the area of specialisation. This course adheres to a scientist-practitioner model that stresses a systematic problem-solving approach. Its objective is to prepare psychologists who are skilled in individual casework and can apply their skills and knowledge to prevention, research, development, and evaluation at the individual, organisational, community and system levels. It is a professional qualification in Applied Psychology leading to employment in the health, educational, occupational, ergonomic and community areas, which meets international standards. The course also develops students to be expert researchers in their chosen area of expertise.
Employment Prospects	Job prospects for psychologists are very good; employment growth is expected to be strong following recent government initiatives. On graduation from this course, students will be highly employable in a wide variety of areas, including private practice as a registered psychologist, and working in various public and private sector agencies in areas such as health, community development, justice, education, and disabilities.
Admission Requirements: Onshore course offerings	At least a recognised and accredited Honours IIA degree or higher, or equivalent training, in Psychology. Students with overseas qualifications who are accepted into the course and who wish to seek registration in Australia after graduation should ensure that their undergraduate qualifications meet the requirements of the relevant psychology registration board for equivalence to a four-year Australian degree in Psychology. Applications with qualifications obtained outside Australia must have a formal assessment completed by the Australian Psychological Society before submitting an application for study. Applicants must apply simultaneously for entry to both the MAppPsych and the PhD. Unsuccessful applicants for both courses may still be considered for entry to either course on its own. Candidates enrolled in the first year of the MAppPsych may apply for transfer into this course. The admission process includes both application and interview. English competence.
Special Requirements	Postgraduate students must be registered from the start of their higher degree as a provisional psychologist. Within the first two weeks of commencing the program, the student must gain provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. As many agencies require all staff working with their clients or patients to have a police clearance, students are required to obtain a Federal police clearance (which will include WA clearance) if accepted into the course. In addition, if working with children a separate screening by the Department of Community Development is required. Clearly any agency will only be seeking information about behaviours that may place vulnerable clients at risk and will not be interested in any other types of behaviour. The student must meet the cost of obtaining these clearances. Please note that some organisations providing professional placements require students to provide full immunisation records. Applicants must be in a position to provide these records if required.
Professional Recognition	The course is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), and is recognised as such by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the Western Australian Psychologists' Registration Board. Graduates will be eligible for direct registration as psychologists with the WA Psychologists' Registration Board.
Other Facilities and Services	Murdoch University has a Psychology Clinic, the Counselling Psychology Consulting Service and the Organisational Psychology Consulting Service to act as practical training facilities and community services.
Further Information	http://www.murdoch.edu.au/goto/AcadContactsPsychology
Link	School of Psychology

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• Clinical Psychology
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Clinical Psychology

Course Structure

First Year - 24 credit points

Core Units - 24 credit points

PSY562 Psychological Assessment: Theory and Method -- 3 pts
Murdoch: Y-internal

PSY564 Clinical Psychology: Working with Children and Families -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

PSY565 Clinical Psychology: Working with Adults -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

PSY502 Clinical Psychology: Working with Health Problems -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal

PSY567 Clinical Psychology: Developmental Disabilities -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal

PSY569 Psychotherapy in Practice -- 3 pts
Murdoch: Y-internal

PSY537 Clinical Psychology: Internal Practicum (Child, Youth and Family) -- 3 pts
Murdoch: SUM-placement, Y-placement

PSY538 Clinical Psychology: Internal Practicum (Adult) -- 3 pts
Murdoch: SUM-placement, Y-placement

Second, Third and Fourth Years

Students are required to enrol concurrently in PSY755 Psychology: Advanced Thesis Research Methods with their first enrolment in PSY920 Research Studies -- Psychology.

PSY920 Research Studies -- Psychology

PSY755 Psychology: Advanced Thesis Research Methods -- 0 pts
Murdoch: Y-internal

PSY604 Clinical Psychology: External Practicum -- 12 pts
Murdoch: S1-placement, S2-placement, SUM-placement, Y-placement

Organisational Psychology

Course Structure

First Year - 24 credit points

Core Units - 24 credit points

PSY562 Psychological Assessment: Theory and Method -- 3 pts
Murdoch: Y-internal

PSY568 Human Resources -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

PSY570 Organisational Psychology: Practicum I -- 6 pts
Murdoch: Y-internal

PSY512 Work and Well-being -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal

PSY563 Professional Practice and Organisational Consulting -- 3 pts
Murdoch: Y-internal

PSY552 Organisation of Work -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S2-internal

PSY565 Clinical Psychology: Working with Adults -- 3 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal

Second, Third and Fourth Years

PSY920 Research Studies -- Psychology

PSY603 Organisational Psychology: Practicum II -- 12 pts
Murdoch: S1-internal, S2-internal, SUM-internal, Y-internal