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Master of Professional Psychology

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of Professional Psychology is a one-year program designed as the fifth year of the six-year training pathway for general registration as a psychologist in Australia. It is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and focuses on deepening understanding of human behaviour.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1 trimester full-time, 6 trimesters part-time
Course Code
103525C
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb
Domestic Fees
$44,180 total
International Fees
$56,846 total

About this course

Overview

You're ready to make your mark and help change people's lives for the better. Our Master of Professional Psychology continues your deep understanding of human behaviour, and is the fifth year of the six years' professional training required for general registration as a psychologist in Australia. You can then complete a one-year Psychology Board of Australia approved internship to enable you to apply for general registration as a psychologist. This course is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). This course has also been accredited by ACAP under its self-accrediting authority.

Entry requirements

Domestic entry requirements

  • Successfully completed an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited Level 1 and 2 qualification within the past 10 years (with a GPA of 5.5 or above in the Level 2 qualification) and be eligible for provisional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a psychologist; and
  • Be able to demonstrate personal and professional suitability for post-graduate training in psychology.

Submission of an application form, CV, statement of personal learning objectives and two professional referees; Participation in an interview.

International entry requirements

  • Successfully completed an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited Level 1 and 2 qualification within the last 10 years (with a GPA of 5.5 or above in the Level 2 qualification). For students with international qualifications, the qualifications must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) for equivalence prior to submitting an application and evidence of assessment provided; and
  • Be eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia as a provisional psychologist (which requires you to meet all the requirements for registration); and
  • Be able to demonstrate personal and professional suitability for post-graduate training in psychology.

Submission of an application form, CV, statement of personal learning objectives and two professional referees; Participation in an interview.

Minimum English Language Requirements: International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Academic IELTS minimum overall band of 7.0 with no individual band below 7 (completed in the past two years), or Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic PTE score of 66 (completed in the past two years).

English language competency that meets the requirements outlined in the Psychology Board of Australia 'English language skills registration standards'.

Study locations

ACAP University College - Sydney Campus

What you will learn

What you'll learn

Our Master of Professional Psychology is centred on three core principles:

  • Evidence-based study
  • Ethics and assessment
  • Empirical research skills and design

Career pathways

Once you graduate from the Master of Professional Psychology, you will open doors to a range of possible career opportunities. Listed below are a few typical roles you could consider. *Following completion of registrar period under supervision

  • Psychologist in Private Practice (provisionally registered)*
  • Mental Health Clinician
  • Correctional Psychologist (provisionally registered)
  • Behavioural Support Practitioner

Course structure

Course structure

The Master of Professional Psychology course is comprised of 9 units, which are level 500 units. To find out unit delivery information view the relevant Yearly Planner.

The course duration is 1 year full time or part time equivalent. For more information on the recommended course sequence click here.

Credit for prior study or work

Students wishing to apply for Recognition for Prior Learning for the Master of Professional Psychology should contact the relevant course coordinator for advice prior to submitting the application due to limitations of credit that can be granted.