AustraliaMaster's104 weeks

Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy

Proteus Technologies Pty LtdHaymarket, Australia

Fee for international students

A$62,120 for the whole course (as of 2026)Source: CRICOS
Intakes
February
Duration
104 weeks
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Programme facts

Level
Master's
Duration
104 weeks
Language of teaching
English
Study mode
Not published
Credits
Not published
Intakes
FebruaryTypical for this country

About this programme

Are you ready to make a profound impact on the lives of others? Our Master’s Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy offers a unique blend of advanced knowledge and practical skills to equip you with the ability to become a highly effective counsellor and psychotherapist. This course combines cognitive science, neuroscience and psychotherapy to transform your understanding of the human experience. Through a client-centered lens, you will develop a deep understanding of various therapeutic practices, including psychodynamic, humanistic, somatic, and trauma-informed approaches. This will equip you to work ethically with a wide variety of clients in diverse settings, fostering cultural and interpersonal sensitivity. Gain hands-on experience and hone your therapeutic skills with a 120-hour placement. You will manage your own client case load under expert supervision. This qualification is FEE-HELP approved for eligible applicants.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites
The course design provides four admission pathways with progression dependent on the applicant’s highest completed prior qualification. Admission Pathway 1 (Undergraduate Degree in Any Discipline): Applicants who have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in any discipline will commence with the first four subjects that make up the nested Graduate Certificate to obtain the fundamental knowledge and skills that underpins counselling and therapeutic practice. Admission Pathway 2 (Undergraduate Degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy): Applicants who have successfully completed a Bachelor Degree in counselling or psychotherapy may be eligible for credit via Advanced Standing for the first four fundamental subjects in the nested Graduate Certificate. Applicants must demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through prior learning via detailed mapping and documentary evidence. Eligibility will be based on an assessment of prior learning against discipline equivalence, content, and learning outcomes. Course duration 1.5 years FT. Admission Pathway 3 (Specialist Psychotherapy Training): Applicants who have completed non-AQF accredited specialist psychotherapy training at a level and depth equivalent to a Bachelor Degree, such as a PACFA Accredited Specialist Psychotherapy Course, may be eligible for credit via Advanced Standing for the first four subjects in the Graduate Certificate. Admission will be considered on a case-by-case basis and applicants may
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Data: CRICOS, Australian Government.