Master of Counselling
Victoria University (VU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00124K
This program provides an opportunity for professionals to extend their expertise in counselling theory and practice following the completion of a graduate diploma. This is not an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited psychology course. This course is designed for people working in a human services role, who have counselling as a large part of their work, or who wish to move their careers towards counselling. The course includes units specific to counselling theory and practice, a counselling research project (Minor Thesis), and a counselling placement.
Designed for
Graduates with relevant work experience in human services or who are wishing to move their careers into the counselling area
Structure
192 credit points. A professional placement is undertaken in the second year of the program.
Subjects
- Counselling
Standard entry requirements
- Overseas applicants who satisfy the entry requirements for Australian resident students (or demonstrate equivalence) must provide evidence of: proficiency in the English language: IELTS or equivalent overall score of 6.5 and no individual band score less than 6.0
- A Bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline. Relevant Bachelor degree
- Applicants with relevant work, education and/or counselling experience may be considered on the basis of equivalence
- Applicants must be able to provide academic and professional references and may be required to attend a selection interview and provide samples of their work
Recognition
Australian Counselling Association (APA)
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Campus | Domestic: $48,800 International: $57,200 | No |
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Further information
Not designed for students wanting an Australian Psychological Society (APS) accredited course.
