Doctor of Philosophy (Science) [MCP and PhD]
University of Sydney · Sydney, Australia
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University of Sydney · Sydney, Australia
Doctor of Philosophy (Science) [MCP and PhD]
Doctoral · Sciences
About this programme
The Master of Clinical Psychology and Doctor of Philosophy (MCP/PhD) will open the doors to both a professional and research career in clinical psychology. The degree's combination of clinical and doctorate-level research training will enable you to work around the world as a psychologist. The MCP/PhD is ideal if you want to become a qualified clinical psychologist, but are also interested in a path into research or academia. The MCP/PhD double degree is only available to domestic applicants.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 54 months
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa (subclass 500)
- Application fee
- AUD 2,500
- Proof of funds
- AUD 29,710/yr (12-month living cost)
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (81)
- ARC Postgraduate Research ScholarshipFully funded · Applications close 16 July 2026
- Taiwan - University of Sydney ScholarshipFully funded · Applications close 24 November 2026
- Australia Awards ScholarshipsFully funded · Annual: varies by country (typically February-April)
- Australian Research Training Program (RTP)Fully funded · Deadline October each year (varies by university)
- Bowel Cancer Translational Research ScholarshipFully funded
- Carole Muller AwardFully funded
- China Scholarship Council Postgraduate Research ScholarshipFully funded
- China Scholarship Council Postgraduate Research Visiting ScholarshipFully funded