Program Overview

Master of Psychiatry (Online)

Overview

The Master of Psychiatry (Online) is a world-class program designed for medical practitioners seeking to enhance their psychiatric knowledge and careers. This program offers a comprehensive education in the core principles and specialties of psychiatry, empowering graduates to deliver outstanding clinical care.

Course Details

• Course code: MC-PO
• Duration: 3 years part-time
• Location: Online
• Intake: February, June
• Fees: AUD $11,488 (2025 indicative first year fee)
• Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available

Program Description

The Master of Psychiatry (Online) provides advanced expertise in psychiatry through interactive learning platforms. The program is designed for dedicated medical practitioners passionate about improving mental health care and fulfilling the Formal Education Course (FEC) requirements of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP).

Who is the Master of Psychiatry for?

This program is designed for medical practitioners aiming to elevate their expertise in psychiatry and advance their careers. International students are welcome to study this course, but please note that this course is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in Australia.

Why study the Master of Psychiatry?

The Master of Psychiatry (Online) takes a unique approach to the field of psychiatry, emphasizing hope, recovery, and quality of life. Through authentic case scenarios and first-hand insights from patients experiencing mental health challenges, students will develop the skills to deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.

Related Study Areas

• Health
• Medicine

Acknowledgement

The University of Melbourne acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of the unceded lands on which we work, learn, and live. We pay respect to Elders past, present, and future, and acknowledge the importance of Indigenous knowledge in the Academy.