Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) in Clinical Psychology, University of Hong Kong
This is a two-year full-time course for clinical psychologists that emphasises science-based practices. Courses include assessment of personality and psychopathology, individual psychotherapy, psychopathology, research methods and statistics, family and group therapy, a dissertation and a minimum of 220 days of clinical placement. Requirements Bachelor's degree with honours in psychology or equivalent. May require qualifying examination and tests. Cost HK$42,100 per year. Aid not available. Enrolment deadline February 2008.
MSocSc Clinical Psychology, Chinese University of Hong Kong
A programme jointly offered by the departments of psychology and psychiatry. Based on the scientist-practitioner model of training, it will provide academic and clinical training and will enable the student to become a clinical psychologist. Courses include seminars in research methods, psychopathology, cognitive assessment, behaviour therapy, individual psychotherapy and clinical seminars. Requirements Bachelor's or postgraduate diploma in psychology, eligible to join HK Psychological Society and score of 75th percentile or above in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) in psychology (bachelor's degree holders exempted). Cost HK$42,100 per year (full time). Aid Non-means-tested loan scheme. Enrolment deadline February 28, 2007.
Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, City University of Hong Kong
A two-year part-time programme designed for degree holders without previous psychology training. It will be a foundation for further study in psychology. Principles of modern psychology will be taught as well as skills for research. Requirements A recognised bachelor's degree or equivalent, or evidence of academic and professional achievements and proof of completion of a study of introductory psychology at a tertiary institution. Cost HK$2,100 per credit unit with minimum of 32 credits required. Aid non-means-tested loan scheme. Enrolment deadline February 28, 2007.