Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)

About the course

This accredited Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology) prepares you for clinical psychologist practice and provides a pathway to clinical psychology endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia. You’ll build advanced assessment and therapy skills, complete supervised fieldwork placements across Melbourne and at the VU Psychology Clinic, and undertake a minor masters research thesis. The course emphasises cognitive-behavioural and psychodynamic approaches in clinical settings.

Career outcome

Graduates may work as clinical psychologists in public and private mental health services, hospitals, community health, youth and family services, and specialist clinics. The program’s substantial supervised placements develop capability in psychological assessment, case formulation and evidence-based therapy, including telehealth and group programs. Completion supports progression toward clinical psychology endorsement, enabling practice across a range of clinical psychology contexts at master’s level.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)