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This course is a survey of advanced topics in clinical psychology that builds upon previous courses in psychopathology assessment, and professional practice. The objectives of the course are to: - Increase specialist knowledge of areas of clinical psychology that have not been addressed more fully in the programme and which require more foundational knowledge - Develop more sophisticated assessment knowledge and skills regarding social, cultural and ethical issues. By the end of the course, students will have more knowledge regarding specific specialist areas in clinical psychological, will have a greater understanding of cultural, social and ethical factors impacting on psychological presentation and will have a more integrate knowledge of assessment and practice.
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:
Critically competent in a core academic discipline of their award
Students know and can critically evaluate and, where applicable, apply this knowledge to topics/issues within their majoring subject.
Employable, innovative and enterprising
Students will develop key skills and attributes sought by employers that can be used in a range of applications.
Biculturally competent and confident
Students will be aware of and understand the nature of biculturalism in Aotearoa New Zealand, and its relevance to their area of study and/or their degree.
Engaged with the community
Students will have observed and understood a culture within a community by reflecting on their own performance and experiences within that community.
(1) PSYC651, PSYC653, PSYC654 (2) Entry is subject to approval of the Head of Department.
Enrolled students should consult the course outline on Learn | AKO for detailed timetable information.
Virginia McIntosh
Eileen Britt , Sarah Christofferson , Katharina Naswall , Carolin Ritter and Julia Rucklidge
Enrolled students should consult the course outline on Learn | AKO for detailed assessment information.
Andrews, D.A., & Bonta, J; The Psychology of Criminal Conduct ; 6th Ed; Anderson Publishing Co, 2016.
Carr, Alan, Dr; The handbook of intellectual disability and clinical psychology practice ; Routledge, 2007.
Durie, Mason; Mauri ora : the dynamics of Maori health ; Oxford University Press, 2001.
Ward, Tony , Polaschek, Devon L. L., Beech, Anthony R; Theories of sexual offending ; Wiley, 2006.
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Domestic fee $2,066.00
International Postgraduate fees
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing .