Master of Clinical Psychology – MClinPsych

Entry requirements

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

• Massey University entry requirements

Specific requirements

This is a selected entry qualification. This means there are extra requirements you must meet. In order to be considered for the Master of Clinical Psychology you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a master’s degree with First Class or Second Class Division I Honours in Psychology with at least 120 credits of research, or the equivalent,

or

• have been awarded or qualified for a PhD in Psychology, and
• have completed the following courses, or their equivalents, obtaining at least a B+ average no longer than 5 years before the start of the internship year:
  • 175781 Understanding Mental Distress;
  • 175782 Clinical Psychology Assessment and
  • 175783 Clinical Psychology Interventions, and
• meet the requirements set down by the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 as being a fit and proper person to be registered.
• supply all documentation as listed below
• be offered a place in the qualification following a selection interview

Contact us through the Get advice button on this page, if you would like more details and a copy of our postgraduate prospectus.

Limited places

This qualification has a limited number of places available. Meeting entry requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the qualification.

Application closing date and interviews

Applications close on 1 September for study commencing the following year. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed before a final selection is made.

No late applications

You must ensure that all documentation is supplied well in advance of the closing date. No late applications will be accepted. If you are applying near to the deadline you will need to ensure your referees are advised, as their report must be received within 14 days.

Clinical programme selection interview dates

Interviews are usually held mid-November, for study commencing the following year. We will update this page closer to the time.

English language requirements:

Academic IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0; or a minimum TOEFL iBT of 90 overall (minimum of 20 in writing). These tests are valid for 2 years.

English language requirements

Documents you need to supply

You will need to provide the following documents:

• Verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University
• A current curriculum vitae or résumé detailing your relevant training and experience
• A passport-sized photograph
• Brief personal statement (up to 500 words) which includes your reasons for seeking a career in Clinical Psychology. You may also wish to list perceived strengths as well as skills you will bring to your studies and training as a Clinical Psychologist
• Supporting statements from whanau/family (optional)
• Name, occupation and email details of 2 referees. Referees will be automatically contacted to supply a confidential reference in relation to this qualification. Referees are invited to comment, where they are able, on academic performance, ability to successfully complete further study, motivation and suitability for clinical psychology training, quality of interactions with people including with those from culturally diverse backgrounds, adherence to professional ethical standards, and knowledge and practice regarding working with Māori.

Conditions of studentship

For full-time students the minimum period of enrolment will be 2 years (24 months) and the maximum will be 3 years (36 months).

Prior learning, credit and exemptions

For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

• review the Recognition of Prior Learning regulations
• contact us through the Get advice button on this page.

English language skills

If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

Maximum time limits for completion

There are maximum time limits to complete postgraduate qualifications.  If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.

Official regulations

To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations or this qualification.

You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.

Returning students

For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.

Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.

*This course is not available to international students.