University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Professional Psychology
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop the advanced assessment, intervention and professional practice skills required for supervised psychologist training through this accredited master's degree, combining practical learning, clinical training and compulsory professional placement.
Course overview
The Master of Professional Psychology is an on-campus postgraduate qualification designed for graduates who have completed an APAC-accredited four-year psychology sequence and are eligible for provisional registration. The course provides the fifth year of professional psychology education, preparing graduates for supervised practice on the pathway to general registration as a psychologist.
Throughout the course, you'll strengthen your ability to conduct psychological assessments, interpret psychometric testing, develop evidence-based interventions and communicate professional recommendations through psychological reports. The curriculum integrates ethical practice, clinical decision-making, research capability and advanced counselling skills, preparing you to work confidently with diverse client populations in professional practice.
Delivered on campus at UniSC's Sunshine Coast campus, with some teaching conducted at the Thompson Institute, the program combines coursework with extensive practical training. The course consists of six coursework courses and two professional skills courses, including a minimum of 300 hours of practicum placement. Graduates are prepared to undertake the required period of supervised practice towards general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
Key facts
What you will study
The Master of Professional Psychology comprises eight courses (96 units). Each course is valued at 12 units.
Required courses
- Advanced and Transcultural Counselling
- Advanced Psychological Assessment and Reporting
- Clinical Psychological Practice 1
- Advanced Research Design and Methods
- Clinical Psychological Practice 2
- Professional Skills 1
- Professional Skills 2
- Clinical Health Psychology and Psychopharmacology
Entry requirements
The entry requirements for admission to the Master of Professional Psychology are:
- Completing an APAC-accredited four-year degree or fourth year in Psychology with Honours Class 2 Division I from a recognised higher education institution.
- Applicants must be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
English language requirements
Anyone intending to study at UniSC needs to meet the minimum English language requirements for their chosen program. Contact the university for more details.
Recognition of Prior Learning
UniSC offers credit for prior learning consistent with the Australian Qualifications Framework and general practice in the Australian Higher Education sector. If you've completed prior study or have relevant work experience, you may under specified conditions, be eligible for credit towards your UniSC degree. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Career opportunities:
- Non-government organisations
- Private health sector
- Psychologist with general registration
- Public health sector
Accreditation
The Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) has accredited the Master of Professional Psychology.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative fee in 2026: $26,775 (domestic full-fee paying place)
This is an indicative fee for one year of full-time study. Actual fees will change based on courses selected and are subject to yearly increases.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.