Doctor of Clinical Psychology – DClinPsych

Entry criteria

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 a number of extra requirements you must meet.

To enter the Doctor of Clinical Psychology you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor with honours or master’s in psychology with the award of first class or second class division I honours, or equivalent
• have passed the following courses (or their equivalent) in your qualifying degree:
  • 175738 Psychological Research: Principles of Design
  • 175781 Understanding Mental Distress
  • 175782 Clinical Psychology Assessment
  • 175783 Clinical Psychology Interventions
• have sufficient personal qualities, ethical standards and professional potential to satisfy the Doctoral Research Committee you have the capacity to successfully undertake the qualification, and to satisfy the requirements for eligibility to practice as a Registered Psychologist in accordance with the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act of 2003 (or as amended)
• supply all documentation as listed below
• be offered a place following a selection interview.

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 1 September for study the following year. No late applications will be accepted.

Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed before a final selection is made.

Clinical qualification selection interview dates

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

No late applications

You must ensure that all documentation is supplied well in advance of the closing date. If you are applying close to the deadline you will need to ensure your referees are advised, as their report must be received by the closing date.

English language requirements

To study this qualification you must meet Massey's English language competency 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.

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 whānau/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.

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

Review this important information before you apply for this programme. This gives you full details of the rules and regulations about what you need to study and what you must achieve in order to graduate with this qualification. That includes structure, courses and requirements.

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, ...