Course

Master of Professional Psychology

Federation University, Melbourne · Federation University Ballarat · Science, Medicine & Health

Masters On Campus

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Key facts

University: Federation University, Melbourne
Campus: Federation University Ballarat · Ballarat
Location: Victoria, Australia
Qualification: Masters
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
Next start: 1 Mar 2027 · Semester 1, 2027
Study area: Science, Medicine & Health

Start dates

Semester 1, 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027 Federation University Ballarat
Semester 2, 2027, 2027 Starts 26 July 2027 Federation University Ballarat

English language requirements

IELTS Academic — 7 overall (no band below 7)
Academic IELTS with an overall score of 7.0 with no individual band less than 7.0 (or equivalent)

Academic entry requirements

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor’s degree, or overseas equivalent at AQF level 8, APAC accredited sequence in psychology. Must also have a GPA 5.0 and above score. Applicants must demonstrate a minimum of credit average in the fourth year of study. Applicants are requested to provide supplementary information to support their application as listed below: Interview - An in-person or online meeting with one or more course representative to discuss your suitability for the course. Students are required to complete an interview as part of the assessment of suitability for the profession of psychology Referee Report: A document provided by a designated referee that provides an assessment of your skills, knowledge, and experience relevant to the course being applied for. Students are required to provide a minimum of one academic and one professional referee report to be submitted via the HODSPA reference system Domestic students: https://www.federation.edu.au/apply/how-to-apply/postgraduate/ International students: https://www.federation.edu.au/apply/how-to-apply/international/ Supplementary Form: A form used to collect additional application material that cannot be captured as part of the standard application process. Students are required to respond to an online questionnaire and case study as part of the assessment of suitability for the profession of psychology. Domestic students: https://www.federation.edu.au/apply/how-to-apply/postgraduate/ International students: https://www.federation.edu.au/apply/how-to-apply/international/ Students are required to complete these requirements as part of the enrolment or graduation requisites: Working with Children Check: You’ll need to hold a valid Working with Children Check before starting professional placements in this course. Police Check: You’ll be required to hold a valid National Police Check for professional placements as part of this course. Immunisation: You’ll be expected to provide evidence of your current immunisation status prior to clinical placement. Inherent requirements

About this course

The Master of Professional Psychology consists of coursework (including a major case study) and practical placement. The program develops specialised knowledge and skills for the professional practice of psychology including ethical and legal practice assessment and interventions across the lifespan. The structure provides for the application of learning experiences across these areas. Practicum experiences throughout the program facilitate the practical application of knowledge and develop core skills for psychological practice. Practical training is provided at FedUni Community Psychology Services and external agencies. You will be required to undertake at least 300 hours of practicum experience.

Master of Professional Psychology is a masters course at Federation University, Melbourne in Victoria. It is listed as 1 year of study. Published intakes include Semester 1, 2027, 2027, Semester 2, 2027, 2027. The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 7 (no band below 7).

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