Handbook home
Master of Professional Psychology (MC-PROPSYC)
Masters (Coursework)Year: 2026 Delivered: On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Award title | Master of Professional Psychology |
|---|---|
| Year & campus | 2026 — Parkville |
| CRICOS code | This course is available to domestic students only, and is not available to international students. |
| Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
| Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
| AQF level | 9 |
| Credit points | 200 credit points |
| Duration | 24 months full-time or 48 months part-time |
The Master of Professional Psychology provides selected psychology graduates with training in the skills required to meet the core competencies outlined by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as necessary to practice as a generalist psychologist. The two-year program includes coursework subjects addressing psychological assessment, interventions and related professional skills; with a research project and practical placement experience in the second year. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to undertake one year of supervised generalist practice – enabling them to progress to full registration as a psychologist.
This program is accredited by Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Graduates from the program will provide the 4th and 5th year of university study in the 5+1 pathway to registration as a Psychologist.
Links to further information
Last updated: 5 December 2025