Master of Psychology (Clinical)

• The minimum requirement for entry to the APAC accredited Master of Psychology (Clinical) course is based on academic achievement in an APAC accredited four-year sequence of study in psychology with greatest weighting given to the 4th year (Honours or Graduate Diploma). Students must have completed an APAC accredited 4th year of study and be eligible to register as a provisional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) to be considered for entry.

• Entry into the Master of Psychology (Clinical) course is competitive and requires consideration of academic results, relevant experience and the outcome of interviews/assessments.

• Additionally, candidates must meet minimum English language proficiency standards for entry to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) course.

• Students must also be able to abide by the inherent requirements stipulated by ISN Psychology.

• Applicants who can demonstrate that they are currently registered as a psychologist and complying with the CPD requirements of the Registration Board will be exempted from the aforementioned entry requirements and considered for entry into the postgraduate course based on experience in the field.

• Further information regarding entry requirements for the Master of Psychology (Clinical) can be found in the ISN Policies and Procedures

 

Personal Statement

Students are required to provide a 500 word personal statement to accompany their application. In particular, reviewers at ISN are interested in:

• Why you are interested in a clinical psychology programme;

• Why you are applying for clinical psychology rather than another health discipline or scope of practice;

• What makes you a suitable candidate;

• Any particular psychology interests or passions you may have;

• Your relevant skills, work and personal experiences; and

• A diversity statement – that is, describe what professional or personal skills, experience or community engagement demonstrate your commitment to sensitivity and awareness of diversity issues (e.g. gender, culture, ethnicity, sexuality, etc.).

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Selection Process

1. Phase 1 – Domestic student status and Academic entry requirements review: Academic achievement in an APAC accredited four-year sequence of study in psychology with greatest weighting given to the 4th year (Honours or Graduate Diploma). Students must have completed an APAC accredited 4th year of study and be eligible to register as a provisional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) to be considered for entry.

2. Phase 2 – Candidate ranking based on academic ability and all supporting documentation (CV, Personal Statement, Referee Reports) for candidates that meet phase 1 entry requirements;

3. Phase 3 – Interviews/assessment with shortlisted candidates

4. Phase 4 – Ranking of shortlisted candidates based on interview/assessment performance

5. Phase 5 – Offers sent out to candidates based on final rankings and intake quota.