Master of Science [M.S] (Psychology)
Field of Study:
A$44,688/Yr
- The University of Queensland offers a Master of Science in Psychology for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The program will equip students with core professional skills and knowledge required to practice competently as a psychologist.
- Students get the opportunity to choose to specialise in counselling psychology, health psychology or sport and exercise psychology.
- The program is recognized by the Psychology Board of Australia as providing suitable training towards eligibility for general registration as a psychologist.
- The sample courses of the program include:
- Advanced clinical health psychology
- Assessment in psychological practice
- Working with children and young people in therapy.
- The Master of Psychology Placement Handbook provides additional information about practicum and school experience requirements and is available from the School of Psychology.
- This program has full accreditation with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
- The University of Queensland ranks 26th in the world for psychology according to QS World University Rankings 2021.
Important Dates
The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | A$44688 (AUD 44688) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing (On-Campus) | A$21360 (AUD 21360) |
Housing (Off-Campus) | A$14568 (AUD 14568) |
Total Cost | A$35928 (AUD 35928) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
2021 | A$42656 (AUD 42656) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete an approved 4-year bachelor's degree in psychology (I or IIA honours) or an equivalent 4-year APAC-accredited program.
- Applicants must be eligible for provisional or if applicable, full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
- Applicants with non-Australian degrees must have their qualifications assessed by the APS.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
- Students must hold a GPA of 4 (60%) on a 7 point scale.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (300+) for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work, or volunteer experience.
- UQ Online Applications: Students have to fill online applications to take admission.
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full academic transcripts that contain student’s unit results.
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): It is an official document issued to international students by universities in Australia. It confirms that students have accepted a place in a course, and have paid tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover premium (OSHC).
- Evidence of work experience: It includes details of management experience in the form of a CV.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of student’s strengths and any work experience and/or education that they have.
- Supplementary documents: Students may be required to provide additional information with the application, depending on which University course they choose.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English languages proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other recognized English test results.
Course Guides
Masters in Psychology in Australia: Universities, Deadlines, Fees, Scholarships, & Placements
Career and Placement after Course
The career opportunities for the students are:
- Clinical psychologist
- Registered psychologist
- Sports psychologist
- Relationship counsellor
- Counsellor
- Social worker
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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UQ India Global Leaders Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
UQ Economics India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
HASS Scholarship for Excellence - India | Scholarship per studentA$ 7,603/Yr$7,603 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Science International Scholarship- University of Queensland | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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