Master of Professional Psychology
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The Master of Professional Psychology consists of coursework (including a major case study) and practical placement. The course 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 course facilitate the practical application of knowledge and develop cor
Official- Duration
- 1 years
- Qualification
- Masters Degree (Coursework)
- AQF 9
- Campus
- Ballarat
- VIC · +2 more campuses
- Course code
- CRICOS 115406M
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Course overview
The Master of Professional Psychology consists of coursework (including a major case study) and practical placement. The course 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 course facilitate the practical application of knowledge and develop core skills for psychological practice. Practical training is provided at Federation Community Psychology Services and external agencies. You will be required to undertake at least 300 hours of practicum experience.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. Postgraduate coursework entry requires an Australian bachelor degree or overseas equivalent. Some courses impose additional academic or non-academic requirements. 2. Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 7
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
Postgraduate coursework entry requires an Australian bachelor degree or overseas equivalent. Some courses impose additional academic or non-academic requirements.
Additional entry requirement
Australian-bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific requirements; English proficiency.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Federation University Ballarat | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Federation University Ballarat | 1 March 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Berwick | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Mount Helen (Ballarat) | 1 March 2027 | — | $44,200per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Mount Helen (Ballarat) | 26 July 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Berwick | 1 March 2027 | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Master of Professional Psychologyfederation.edu.au
- Federation University of Australiafederation.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International student applicationsOfficial source
- Federation University academic entry requirements by countryOfficial source
- International Course Summary 2026Official source
- International Course Guide 2027Official source