MASTER OF COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY
- Course CRICOS Code：083642A
- World Ranking (QS)：NO.658
- Course Duration：2 years
- Australian State：Western AustraliaWA
- Australian City：Joondalup
- Course Intake：Semester 1
Course Description
Our Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy includes theoretical study, experiential-based skill development and self-reflective clinical practice in the fields of counselling and psychotherapy.
The overall theoretical orientation of this coursework Masters is psychoanalytic and to a lesser extent systemic.
To be accepted into this course, you’ll need a three-year degree from a recognised university, in an area such as social work, psychology, medicine, occupational therapy, nursing, theology or human services.
Preference will be given to applicants with at least two years full-time (or equivalent) experience in a formal counselling role.
In the final year of your study, you can hone your clinical skills in a year-long fieldwork placement. Alternatively, if you have relevant previous experience, you can apply to complete a research project.
Basic Information
| Course Discipline |
Counselling,Psychotherapy |
| Faculty |
Faculty of Arts and Humanities |
| Qualification Level |
Masters Degree (Postgraduate) |
| 2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) |
$AUD 33,000 |
| Course Duration |
2 years |
| Campus(es) |
Joondalup |
Entry Requirements
| Academic Requirements |
All applicants are required to have a three year degree from a recognised university, and attend an interview. Applicants will be asked to provide a written application and attend an interview if they are short-listed. Preference will be given to applicants with at least two years full-time (or
equivalent) experience in a formal counselling role.
It is desirable that all applicants have a three-year degree from a recognised university, in an area such as social work, psychology, medicine, occupational therapy, nursing, theology or human services.
Note
For more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.
Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Bachelor degree; or
Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience. |
| English Requirements |
IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) |
| Portfolio Required |
NO |
| Work Experience Required |
NO |