Doctor of Clinical Psychology – DClinPsych
Psychology
A course by
Massey University
A competitive-entry professional doctoral qualification that prepares you to become a registered clinical psychologist, integrating research and clinical practice.
NZ$11,615
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Become a registered clinical psychologist
Prepare students to meet the requirements for registration as a clinical psychologist in New Zealand.
Integrate research and clinical practice
Develop advanced research skills through a doctoral thesis while building clinical expertise across multiple practice settings.
About This Course
The Doctor of Clinical Psychology at Massey University is a full-time, competitive-entry professional qualification designed to prepare graduates for registration as clinical psychologists. The programme is based on a scientist-practitioner model, combining advanced coursework, practicum placements, a supervised internship, and a doctoral thesis. Students develop practical clinical skills through placements in diverse healthcare settings and build research expertise through a substantial thesis. Graduates are equipped for roles in health, education, social services, justice, and private practice, and are trained to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, including a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.
Course Content
- Compulsory clinical psychology courses (120 credits)
- Doctoral thesis (240 credits)
- Clinical Psychology Practicum A
- Clinical Psychology Practicum B
- Clinical Psychology Internship
- Skills in Clinical Assessment
- Skills in Clinical Interventions
- Thesis Part A, B, and C
- Three practica placements (child/family, community mental health, drug/alcohol, rehab, secondary care, forensic, Massey clinics, Department of Corrections)
- Internship of supervised full-time practical work
- Presentation and defence of research proposal
- Oral examination of thesis
- Demonstration of professional clinical competencies
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Registered Clinical PsychologistRoles in health, education, social services, and justice sectorsPrivate clinical practice
Build skills in these industries
HealthEducationSocial ServicesJusticePrivate Practice
