Overview
The Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) (DPsych) at Murdoch is a Graduate Research Degree and is also recognised as an AQF Level 10 qualification, meaning that it is recognised as a Doctoral degree (Professional) and an equivalent level of qualification to a Ph.D. A Professional Doctoral Degree is defined as … For more content click the Read More button below.
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Academic Chair
Admission requirements
Enrolment restrictions
Special requirements
Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements
Learning outcomes
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Demonstrate a substantial body of knowledge at the frontier of the field of Clinical Psychology, including knowledge that constitutes an original contribution
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Demonstrate substantial knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the field of Clinical Psychology
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Demonstrate expert understanding of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that theory and practice
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Demonstrate intellectual independence to think critically, evaluate existing knowledge and ideas, undertake systematic investigation and reflect on theory and practice to generate original knowledge
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Demonstrate expert technical and creative skills applicable to the field of Clinical Psychology
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Demonstrate communication skills to explain and critique theoretical propositions, methodologies and conclusions
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Present cogently a complex investigation of originality or original research for external examination against international standards and to communicate results to peers and the community
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Design, implement, analyse, theorise and communicate research that makes a significant and original contribution to knowledge and/or professional practice
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Demonstrate intellectual independence
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Demonstrate initiative and creativity in new situations &/or for further learning
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Show full responsibility and accountability for personal outputs
12.
Plan and execute original research
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Demonstrate ongoing capacity to generate new knowledge, including in the context of professional practice
Structure
84 credit points
Required Units84 credit points
Professional outcomes
Professional recognition
Accrediting bodies