Doctor of Psychology (Clinical and Forensic Psychology)
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This higher degree by research combines intensive high-level research training in clinical psychology and training in forensic psychology by way of coursework, clinical placements and a research thesis concerned with clinical forensic psychology. The program will train highly qualified researchers and clinicians who can work in clinical and forensic psychology domains.
Official- Duration
- 4 years
- Qualification
- Doctoral Degree
- AQF 10
- Campus
- Hawthorn
- VIC · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 083182B
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Course overview
This higher degree by research combines intensive high-level research training in clinical psychology and training in forensic psychology by way of coursework, clinical placements and a research thesis concerned with clinical forensic psychology. The program will train highly qualified researchers and clinicians who can work in clinical and forensic psychology domains.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Applicants must have completed within the last 10 years: An APAC-accredited four year sequence of study in psychology with at least an upper second class Honours (H2A) or equivalent overall mark; OR An APAC-accredited Master degree in Psychology; OR An overseas qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society as equivalent to either of the above; AND Demonstrated possession of an appropriate level of knowledge and skill related to research. Demonstrable counselling experience (e.g., Lifeline, Care Ring, or similar) is preferable but not essential for entry.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Rolling intake | — | — | — | $39,700per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Doctor of Psychology (Clinical and Forensic Psychology)swinburne.edu.au
- Swinburne University of Technologyswinburne.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International Postgraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
- International Undergraduate Course Guide 2027Official source
- Entry requirements for international studentsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source