Macquarie University

Master of Professional Psychology

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Generalist psychologists are equipped to practice in a broad range of employment settings, including allied health, aged care and disability services, education and private practice. They treat people with mental health problems but also seek to understand how factors such as personality, society and culture affect behaviour and provide counselling that can help people from all walks of life lead happier, healthier and more productive lives.

In a single year of study, the Master of Professional Psychology provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills you need to complete a final, sixth year of supervised placement and gain registration as a generalist psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Through undertaking a blend of coursework and supervised placements, you'll be prepared for effective, ethical psychology practice in a broad range of contexts and settings.

Delivery mode

Macquarie University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Level 24, 123 Pitt Street (Angel Place), Sydney
  • 4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Entry requirements

Recent APAC accredited AQF level 8 qualification in psychology or recognised equivalent, and

Eligibility for provisional or full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia

AQF levels

*'Bachelor’s qualification' relates to an AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent.

English language requirements

  • IELTS: Overall band score 7.0

Assumed knowledge

The minimal admission requirement is an honours degree or alternative approved fourth year in psychology (or international qualification(s) deemed equivalent to this level by the Australian Psychological Society).

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $32,900 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $32,900 $0

Career opportunities

The Master of Professional Psychology will prepare you for the following roles.

About Macquarie University

Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.

Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspectives and effect change.

Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community – a place of constant stimulus and human interaction. Together, we advance world-class theoretical thinking and translate it into real-world solutions.

We’re connecting people across the most diverse fields of knowledge to create bold new possibilities: for their careers, intellectual endeavours, enterprises and the common good.