Overview

Our counselling programmes are designed for mature students with existing tertiary qualifications and professional experience in a field related to counselling, who wish to transition into counselling from their current profession

This Master of Counselling from University of Auckland provides opportunities to examine and develop the inter-related components essential to effective counselling practice – theory, research, advanced skills and reflexivity. If you are a teacher, social worker or professional in a related field, this programme will enable you to become a professional counsellor. If you are an experienced counsellor, the Master of Counselling will provide you with an opportunity to advance your skills and research capabilities and gain a highly regarded postgraduate qualification.

Career

This programme is suitable for experienced and aspiring individuals who are looking to both broaden and advance their careers as counselling professionals.

Jobs related to this programme

Counsellor in community settings

Counsellor in government agencies (such as ACC, Corrections Department)

Counsellor in private practice

Counsellor in schools, and other secondary and tertiary settings

Health and welfare services counsellor

Human resource counsellor

Not-for-profit agency counsellor

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Counselling Laboratory

The Counselling Process

Cultural Issues in Counselling

Professional Issues in Counselling

Research and Counselling

Research Portfolio

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

120 or 240

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Counselling Psychology View 7 other Masters in Counselling Psychology in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Research 120 points

You must have completed one year of postgraduate study in counselling or counselling theory, following an undergraduate degree, at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will need a GPE of 5.0 in the most advanced courses taken.

Research 240 points

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in education, counselling, nursing, social work or similar profession. Your study must have been at a recognised university (or similar institution) and you will need a GPE of 5.0 in the most advanced courses taken.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

43674 NZD / year

≈ 43674 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9392 NZD / year

≈ 9392 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students

NZ$9,392.40 – $9,574.80

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Auckland

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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