University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Professional Psychology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis 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
Delivery mode
University of the Sunshine Coast offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Ground Floor, Building A4 (SW1), 52 Merivale Street, South Brisbane
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
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.
- Applicants must be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Additional entry information
Applicants must also submit two referee reports (one academic and one professional). Shortlisted candidates are required to undertake an interview. There are limited places available for this program. Offers will be made on the basis of academic achievement, references and interview which are evaluated holistically by a small team of teaching staff.
All successful applicants are required to apply for and gain provisional registration or if applicable, full registration, with the Psychology Board of Australia via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Students must have registration prior to commencing their study and this must be maintained for the duration of the program.
Applicants with non-Australian degrees must have their qualifications assessed by the APS.
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 7.0 with minimum of 7.0 in all other subtests
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 105 with no subscore less than 25
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall 65 with no subscore less than 65
- C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency: Overall 185 or above with no less than 185 in each skill
- Language of Instruction English (LOI): LoI English will be considered in limited circumstances on a case-by-case basis. Applicants who have successfully completed at least two years of senior secondary, post-secondary (eg VET/TAFE) or tertiary study where the language of instruction is English, completed within the last five years in any of the countries listed, may be considered: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom and United States of America. LoI English will not be considered for studies undertaken in countries that don’t appear in this list.
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.
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About University of the Sunshine Coast
As a university with a strong commitment to achieving sustainability in terms of teaching, research and how we operate, we’re thrilled to be the top ranked Queensland university in the 2023 THE Impact Rankings. The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and measure the social and economic impact of an institution.
UniSC offers flexible study options at a network of teaching locations between Brisbane and the Fraser Coast.
UniSC is committed to creating a work and study environment which values the rich diversity of its staff and students.
