Program Overview

Master of Professional Psychology

The Master of Professional Psychology is a one-year postgraduate program that prepares students for independent work in psychology, focusing on practical experience and skills. The program is delivered at the Thompson Institute, a world-class hub for mental health research, teaching, and clinical services.

Program Overview

In this program, students will:

• Advance their knowledge of psychological assessment with a focus on selection, administration, and interpretation of major psychological tests
• Extend their knowledge of appropriate treatments for psychological disorders and how to deliver services ethically and within legal requirements
• Develop skills in writing different kinds of psychological reports

Location and Duration

The program is located at the Sunshine Coast campus. It is available as a full-time or equivalent part-time program, with a duration of one year.

Indicative Fees

The indicative fee for the Master of Professional Psychology is A$26,775 - A$33,500 for the 2026 academic year.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Professional Psychology may pursue careers in:

• Non-government organisations
• Private health sector
• Public health sector
• As a psychologist with general registration

Accreditation

The Master of Professional Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).

Program Structure

The program consists of 8 courses, totaling 96 units. The required courses are:

• PSY700 Advanced and Transcultural Counselling
• PSY701 Advanced Psychological Assessment and Reporting
• PSY702 Clinical Psychological Practice 1
• PSY704 Advanced Research Design and Methods
• PSY705 Clinical Psychological Practice 2
• PSY713 Professional Skills 1
• PSY716 Professional Skills 2
• PSY754 Clinical Health Psychology and Psychopharmacology

Program Requirements

To graduate, students must successfully complete 96 units as outlined in the program structure. The program consists of two required components: 75% coursework and 25% practica and skills training.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for admission to the Master of Professional Psychology are:

1. Successful completion of an APAC-accredited four-year degree or fourth year in Psychology with Honours Class 2 Division I from a recognised higher education institution.
2. 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

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements for the program.

Inherent Academic Requirements

Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program. The IARs of a program are those fundamental skills, capabilities, and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the program.

Fees and Scholarships

The estimated total tuition fee for the Master of Professional Psychology is A$26,775 - A$33,500 for the 2026 academic year. Eligible students may seek assistance to defer payment via a FEE-HELP loan. International student fee information is available on the Tuition fees and other costs page.