University of Southern Queensland
Master of Professional Psychology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationTake the next step to become a registered psychologist with UniSQ’s Master of Professional Psychology. Have you have already completed a four-year psychology degree and want to achieve general registration? Our Master of Professional Psychology, plus one year of full-time supervised practice, will qualify you for a career as a Psychologist.
Your professional psychology masters and practical experience will prepare you to provide psychological assessment and intervention strategies in a variety of different settings. Work under the supervision of Counsellors or Clinical Psychologist during your internship at the UniSQ Psychology and Counselling clinics based in Toowoomba or Ipswich.
Delivery mode
University of Southern Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- UniSQ Ipswich campus, 11 Salisbury Rd, Ipswich
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
- Completed an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)-accredited four-year bachelor degree (Honours AQF Level 8).
- Hold, or be eligible for, immediate Provisional Registration or General Registration from the Psychology Board of Australia.
- Provide two satisfactory referee reports1 and a report to address the selection criteria (PDF 665KB) indicating your abilities to successfully undertake the professional and research components of the program.
- Provide a CV of your work and study history.
- Provide an academic transcript demonstrating strong academic performance.
- Be assessed in a face-to-face interview with a panel of school staff.
English language requirements
You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 7.0 or equivalent
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Professional Psychology will prepare you for the following roles.
School Psychologist
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Educational Psychologist
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About University of Southern Queensland
From leading breakthrough space and defence research of national significance, to revolutionising the way a university degree can be attained online, the University of Southern Queensland has proved to be an innovative leader in tertiary education since it first opened its doors as an institution 55 years ago. Now, that strong track record of success has evolved into a confident new commitment to continue to showcase the University to the communities it operates in — and across the world — with a revitalised voice, identity and reputation.
This is a place to excel, think big, and put your ambition into action. You’ll find quality learning experiences, matched with resources and research that will inspire.
You’ll access a university that’s built to perform on the world stage, with the added benefit of a boutique approach and model. You’ll experience a university that adapts to you. Our partnerships will motivate you. Our commitment to collaboration will open new doors. Learn at your own pace – at your place, or at one of our three unique campuses.
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