This degree aims to provide leadership level professional training for counselling psychologists. The degree parallels the structure of the Doctor of Clinical Psychology offered by the School of Psychological Science. It simultaneously meets the requirements of a research degree at doctoral level and the accreditation requirements of the Australian Psychological Society. The first two years of the course include coursework, casework and placement components of the Master of Counselling Psychology assessed at a doctoral level. In the third year, students undertake an extended internship of 75 days. In the fourth year, students complete a thesis of up to 75,000 words maximum.
Entry requirements:
Applicants must have: completed an APS accredited three-year program in Psychology, at least at a B average or equivalent, across all years; and completed an APS accredited fourth year, with a grade of at least Honours 2A, or equivalent. The English language requirements are as follows: IELTS: 6.5 (minimum band score of 6.0); TOEFL(computer based): 233 (minimum score of 5 in essay writing); TOEFL(paper based): 575 (score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English); TOEFL(internet based): 88 (individual score not less than 22); La Trobe University Language centre: English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at postgraduate level.
Application details:
Students must download and complete the 'postgraduate research application form'. Students must then send a copy of the application form, all supporting documentation (summary of research proposal, evidence of English language proficiency, etc.) and the A$80 non-refundable application fee to: La Trobe International, La Trobe University, Victoria 3086, Australia.
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Number of students:
26500
No.of international students
3000
CRICOS code:
00115M
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Venue information for this course:
La Trobe University
Address:
La Trobe University Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus PRESTON Victoria Australia 3086
Venue Description:
This is the University's main campus. Students from over 90 countries live and study in the beautiful bushland setting. The atmosphere is vibrant and friendly and is only 14 km from Melbourne's city centre. This 330 hectare campus, northeast of Melbourne's city centre, includes a world-renowned library, research and development park, restaurants and shops, sports facilities, an art museum, residential colleges, entertainment venues, and the Melbourne Wildlife Sanctuary. The campus is well serviced by tram, bus and train.
Accommodation available at this venue?
Yes
Accommodation Details:
Life in residence gives students a unique opportunity for intellectual, social and personal development in a safe and dynamic residential community. This campus has three residential colleges, two residential halls and two residential apartments. Residential colleges and halls are Self Catered (students prepare and cook food on their own) and have single bedrooms with shared bathrooms and kitchen. Residential halls Serviced by the campus bus. Residential apartments have fully furnished lounge, bedrooms and kitchen. They are ideal for families with children and married couples. They are serviced by the campus bus and are a short walk to central campus.
Distance to nearest airport:
25.2km
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