Master of Professional Psychology

Masters (Coursework)

This one-year postgraduate program prepares you for independent work in psychology, focusing on practical experience and skills. Learn at the Thompson Institute, a world-class hub for mental health research, teaching and clinical services, close to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

1 year full-time

Course Code

AR702, 084975E

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Fees

$29,000 per year / $21,474 total

International Fees

$29,000 total

About this course

This one-year postgraduate program prepares you for independent work in psychology, focusing on practical experience and skills. Learn at the Thompson Institute, a world-class hub for mental health research, teaching and clinical services, close to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. The Institute addresses mental health in the community, particularly for youth, adolescents and older community members.

In this program you will:

Advance your knowledge of psychological assessment with a focus on selection, administration and interpretation of major psychological tests
Extend your knowledge of appropriate treatments for psychological disorders and how to deliver services ethically and within legal requirements
Develop skills in writing different kinds of psychological reports

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for admission to the Master of Professional Psychology are:

Successful completion of an APAC accredited four-year degree or fourth year in Psychology with Honours Class 2 Division I from a recognised higher education institution in the last 10 years.
Applicants must be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

The Master of Professional Psychology offers a limited number of places.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you also need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may like to enrol in one of our English Language Programs.

Study locations

USC Thompson Institute

Career pathways

Career opportunities

Non-government organisations
Private health sector
Psychologist with general registration
Public health sector

Accreditation

The Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) has accredited the Master of Professional Psychology.

University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)