Overview

On successful completion of the Professional Psychology course from University of Tasmania , graduates will be eligible to undertake a sixth year (the +1 year) of practical training. The one-year supervised practice internship, which leads to general registration as a psychologist, is available through two options: Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology Practice or can be arranged and developed independently, with approval by the Psychology Board of Australia.

Learning Outcomes

The key learning outcomes for the course 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 (APAC Accreditation Standards, June 2010)
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.

Accreditation

This course has been designed to meet the current standards for accreditation by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), and is accredited without conditions.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Assessment Skills in Psychology Practice

Ethics and Professional Psychology Practice

Intervention Skills in Psychology Practice

Professional Psychology Placement

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-22 00:00:00 , International

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It is recommended that students living overseas should apply at least 3 months prior to semester start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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72

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Credits

100 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Sociology Clinical Psychology View 85 other Masters in Psychology in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6

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72

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code: 085985F

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 2B Honours degree or a Distinction minimum average across their psychology subjects in years 3 and 4 of their APAC accredited undergraduate training.

Those applicants who have not completed a four year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology must have their qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and provide the assessment report from the Australian Psychological Society with their application.

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Tuition Fee

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International

39250 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39250 AUD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Hobart

1204 - 2001 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Learning Outcomes

Career outcomes

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

Living costs for Hobart

Funding

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