S7J Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) as at 14th May, 2002
Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
Abbreviation: MPsych(Clin)
Course code: S7J
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6226 2237
Introductory comments
The Master of Psychology course is offered on the Hobart campus. There are two streams
to the degree course; one in clinical psychology and one in developmental and educational
psychology. The degree is awarded in terms of the specialisation undertaken. Graduates
who have undertaken the specialisation in clinical psychology use the abbreviation
MPsych(Clin) while graduates who have undertaken the specialisation in developmental
and educational psychology (course code: S6Q) use the abbreviation MPsych(Devel&Ed).
Admission & prerequisites
To be admitted to the course, applicants must hold the degree of Bachelor of Arts or
Bachelor of Science, with first or second class honours, from the University of Tasmania or
from another approved university or tertiary institution.
Applicants who hold the Diploma of Psychology of the University of Tasmania obtained
at the level ‘Pass with Credit’, or a degree or diploma from an approved university or
tertiary institution at a standard equivalent to those referred to above, and which contains
an equivalent component of coursework and research in psychology, may be considered
for admission to the degree course.
In special cases applicants who hold a Diploma of Psychology from the University of
Tasmania obtained at the level of ‘Pass’, or a degree or diploma of equivalent standing,
and appropriate professional experience may be considered for admission.
All applicants must satisfy the School of Psychology that they are suitable candidates for
professional training in psychology.
Course objectives
Both streams of the Master of Psychology degree course have particular vocational
outcomes and are intended to prepare students for professional work as psychologists
through the development of advanced professional skills, in tandem with theoretical and
empirical knowledge, in line with the scientist-practitioner model.
Professional recognition
Master of Psychology graduates who have undertaken studies in either the clinical stream
or the developmental and educational stream meet the academic requirements for
registration as a psychologist, membership of the Australian Psychological Society and,
following two years of supervised professional experience, membership of the appropriate
APS College.
Course structure
To qualify for the degree, candidates are required to undertake one of the two programs.
Core units are grouped in terms of those taken in the first and second years of full-time
enrolment. Other units are offered in a two-year cycle, and may be taken in either the first
or second year of enrolment (see the course schedule for each program for units offered.)
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Progress
A candidate who fails to make satisfactory progress may be required by the Faculty to
withdraw from the course.
Thesis
The thesis must embody the results of a research investigation on a topic approved by the
course coordinator. The investigation must be carried out under the supervision of a staff
member of the School. The thesis must be submitted by 30 November of the second year of
study unless the Faculty has approved an extension of time.
Enrolment Master codes
KHA750
KHA780
Clinical Psychology
Educational Psychology
Clinical Psychology – Schedule
Course Coordinator: Assoc Prof C Skilbeck
The program consists of coursework, supervised clinical work and a research thesis.
Candidates are also required to complete 1000 hours of supervised practical work over the
period of enrolment. Intending applicants should recognise that the three combined
elements represent a demanding program, requiring considerable commitment of time
and effort. In order to meet the requirements for continuing state registration and
professional accreditation by the Australian Psychological Society, core units will be
taught each year, while other components of the program are taught in alternate years.
Candidates may enter the course at the beginning of each year and those contemplating
part-time study are advised to consult the course coordinator to determine their program.
Normally, a thesis proposal must be produced within the first academic year.
campus-sem
code
Unit title
weight
First Year units
(must be taken in first year of enrolment)
KHA718
Research Thesis 1
H1&2
25%
KHA717
Ethical Issues &
H1&2
27%
Professional
Practice 1
KHA714
Behaviour Change H1
8%
1
KHA711
Current Issues in
H1
8%
Assessment
Second Year units
(must be taken in second year of enrolment)
KHA728
Research Thesis 2
H1&2
25%
KHA727
Ethical Issues &
H1&2
27%
Professional
Practice 2
KHA724
Behaviour Change H1
8%
2
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Advanced
H1
8%
Assessment
Units taught in alternate years
(may be taken in either the first or second year of enrolment)
Odd years
Psychophysiology
H1
8%
& Psychopathology
Research Design
[na]
8%
Adult
H2
8%
Psychopathology
Clinical
[na]
8%
Psychophysiology
Even years
Neuroanatomy for H2
8%
Psychologists
Clinical Child
H1
8%
Psychology
Community &
H2
8%
Forensic
Psychology
Clinical
H2
8%
Neuropsychology
Enrolment master code
Clinical Psychology H1&2
0%
KHA721
KHA712
KHA716
KHA713
KHA715
KHA726
KHA722
KHA723
KHA725
KHA750
Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Contact
Hobart: Assoc Prof Clive Skilbeckph 6226 7459 fax 6226 2883
<Clive.Skilbeck@utas.edu.au>Clive.Skilbeck
Additional Information
The following information answers some frequently asked questions.
Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority
Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Engineering
Campus(es) offered | Hobart
Mode of delivery | Full time | Part time
Course duration | 2 years minimum (4 semesters) | 4 years maximum (8 semesters)
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: YES
Students enrolled in this course | Total students enrolled last year: 14 | Total students
enrolled this year: 14 | International students this year: 1
Approximate student-staff contact hours | minimum of 8 hrs weekly
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