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Postgraduate subject

Clinical Psychology

09 November 2023
‌This programme uses a strong practical component to facilitate understanding of real people and their experiences.
HOW TO APPLY

Overview


Clinical Psychology

Introduction

Clinical Psychology integrates academic and practical work to produce generalists who adapt to societal needs and changes in service delivery, think critically, and communicate clearly.

Our graduates evaluate the effectiveness of professional services, embrace standards of professional ethics, recognise the importance of personal values, and appreciate and respect individual and cultural differences.

Clinical Psychology

What will my study involve?

  • Our Clinical Psychology programme is internationally recognised.
  • UC is home to The Psychology Centre where clinical students receive training, and form working relationships with Te Poari Hauora o Waitaha | Canterbury District Health Board and Ara Poutama Aotearoa | Department of Corrections, offering opportunities for research and clinical internships.
  • UC has more than 25 specialist academic staff offering a diverse range of research and teaching options. With a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students, we seek to foster close working relationships between staff and students. You can become involved in research projects and may make significant contributions to the discipline.
  • Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing provides students with modern computer-based laboratories; excellent digital recording and editing equipment; an extensive library of psychological tests; and laboratories for human performance, human-robot interaction, animal behaviour and neuroscience, perception and cognition, and social, developmental, and applied psychology.

Clinical Psychology

Career opportunities

A career as a registered clinical psychologist is a valuable profession; where people express their deepest feelings and entrust you to guide them to a positive transformation.

Through helping individuals, this ultimately can help to shape a better society as a whole.

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Postgraduate Prospectus 2024

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International Prospectus 2024/2025

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