University of Tasmania Multiple locations Overview
The course provides preparation for progression to a one-year Psychology Board of Australia approved internship program through the development of professional skills, in tandem with theoretical and empirical knowledge, in line with the scientist-practitioner model. Research training, including the ability to critically assess and apply research findings to inform evidence-based professional practice, is also provided.
Learning Outcomes
The key learning outcomes for the Master of Professional Psychology course at University of Tasmania are:
- advanced knowledge of values and ethics in psychology and the ability to apply that knowledge in professional practice
- advanced knowledge and skills in psychological assessment and skills in the ethical use of psychological tests;
- achievement of competence in APAC core capabilities and attributes for Standard 5.1.12
- ability to critically assess and apply research findings to inform evidence-based professional practice
- knowledge of the current version of the National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce
Career outcomes
Graduates who subsequently successfully complete a one-year Psychology Board of Australia approved internship program will be eligible for general registration as a psychologist in Australia.
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Courses Included:
- Current Issues in Assessment
- Adult Psychopathology
- Behaviour Change
- Clinical Child Psychology
- Professional Practicum
- Ethics & Professional Practice
- Clinical Research Skills
- Psychopharmacology & Substance Use
- Advanced Assessment
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
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GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Required
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- The minimum academic requirement for entry to the course is successful completion of a four year APAC-Accredited sequence in psychology (AQF Level 8) within the last 10 years, together with eligibility for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia as a provisional psychologist.
- To be eligible for entry to the course applicants must have attained either a 2A Honours degree or a Distinction minimum average across their psychology subjects in years 3 and 4 of their APAC accredited undergraduate training.
- International applicants will need to have achieved a GPA equivalent to a Distinction average in their Honours year or fourth year of undergraduate study
- CRICOS: 085985F
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International
32450 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 32450 AUD for the full programme and a duration of 12 months.
Domestic students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place will be charged a fee based on the number of units they enrol in.
Funding
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