Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology

• A special program designed for fully registered psychologists who want to specialise in Clinical Psychology
• Gain hands-on experience and learn crucial skills in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and advanced clinical techniques
• Become eligible to pursue specialist endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist in Australia

The Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology is a bridging course offering the opportunity to gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to meet the core requirements set by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) for becoming a specialist Clinical Psychologist.

This program is two-years part-time and includes coursework covering topics like how to assess and diagnose psychological conditions, understanding mental health challenges in children, biological psychology, pharmacology (medications), and advanced clinical psychology skills. You'll also gain invaluable practical experience through clinical placements.

Who is the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology for?

This course is specifically for currently registered psychologists in Australia who hold full registration with the PsyBA. It's for those who have a psychology background but haven't formally trained in Clinical Psychology and are now looking to gain the specialised skills required for a Clinical Psychologist endorsement.

Why study the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology?

This course provides the targeted training and practical experience you need to develop the high-level competencies required for this specialised role. By completing this program, you're investing in your future and expanding your ability to make a significant impact on people's lives.

Once you successfully complete this program, you'll be eligible to undertake two years of supervised practice. This is a crucial step that will then allow you to progress towards becoming a specialist endorsed Clinical Psychologist. This program is also accredited (with conditions) by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), ensuring its quality and relevance.

Courses related to the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology

The University of Melbourne also offers other courses within the broader field of psychology that might be of interest:

Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)

Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced)

Upcoming information sessions

Postgraduate Psychology Information Session

When:  Tuesday, 25 August 2026, 6.00-7.30pm AEST

Are you interested in Postgraduate Psychology studies as the next step on your pathway to professional registration as a psychologist?

Hear from academics and current students about study at the University of Melbourne in the following programs:

• Master of Professional Psychology
• Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)
• Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)
• Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
• Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology

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PhD in Psychological Sciences Information Session

When:  Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 5.30-6.30pm AEST

The Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences hosted an information session for prospective students interested in undertaking PhD studies in Psychological Sciences.

During the session, our academics will provide a broad overview of the PhD program in Psychological Sciences and an overview of the research in each of the school's hubs/centres. Attendees gained an understanding of program eligibility, supervisor selection, the application and scholarship process.

Current graduate researchers were also shared their student experience and insights.

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