The University of Notre Dame Australia

Master of Professional Psychology

The University of Notre Dame Australia

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 01032F

The Master of Professional Psychology (MPP) at Notre Dame is a one-year full time program that offers psychology graduates a 5th year of study in the 5 + 1 pathway towards registration as a general psychologist. The program focuses on the integration of theory and professional practice and allows students to develop the advanced knowledge, skills, capabilities, and attributes required for the safe and ethical practice of psychology. Through a combination of coursework, research and supervised placements, students will develop advanced knowledge and skills in psychological assessment, intervention, research, and practice. With an emphasis on the integration of science practice with critical thinking, ethics and the consideration of cultural diversity, this program prepares graduates for professional practice in psychology based on quality client care and psychological services focused on the whole human person.

Structure

  • 1 Core Curriculum Course
  • 6 Compulsory Psychology Courses
  • 1 Elective Course

Subjects

  • Psychology

Standard entry requirements

  • Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited 4-year sequence of study in Psychology within the last 10 years, with a minimum of Second-Class Honours Division B or equivalent
  • Be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist (NB students must obtain and provide evidence of provisional registration from the Psychology Board of Australia before commencing the program and maintain it over the course of their program)
  • Demonstrate suitability to undertake the course as evidence by satisfactory: a) Referee reports (1 x academic and 1 x professional)
  • And b) For short-listed candidates, interview with the selection committee. Please note that the application process is competitive, and the university can only accept a limited number of students into the program due to supervision requirements. This means that not all applicants who meet the minimum eligibility requirements will necessarily be interviewed. Short listing will take into consideration academic achievement and professional suitability. Students who have obtained their qualifications outside Australia must have their qualifications assessed prior to applying for this program and prior to applying for registration with the psychology board of Australia. The Australian psychological society (APS) provides this assessment service for the board and the assessment assists the board in determining if the student

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Fremantle No
  • Full-time : 1 year
Sydney No
  • Full-time : 1 year

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