Victoria University
Master of Professional Psychology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationPrepare for your final internship to become a practising psychologist, with a Master of Professional Psychology at VU.
The Master of Professional Psychology at VU provides an accredited pathway to register with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a practising psychologist. Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), this course concludes five years of university training, followed by a required year of supervised psychology practice at a professional internship of your choice, outside the university.
Through in-depth learning and supervised placements under expert guidance, you will build your skills and knowledge to progress towards becoming a practising psychologist.
Delivery mode
Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray
- 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for admission to the program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- - Completion of a Bachelor Honours degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, completed within the last 10 years, with a minimum average of at least 70 in the fourth-year sequence.
- - Completion of an Australian Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in Psychology, accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, completed within the last 10 years, with a minimum average of at least 70.
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 Victoria University
For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.
VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.
Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.
We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.
