Course Level

Master Degree (By Coursework)

Master of Counselling

The Master of Counselling will give you the knowledge and expertise to upskill to an advanced level in a number of specialist counselling areas, as well as research principles and methods. This degree is suitable for qualified professionals in counselling, psychology, mental health nursing, or social work who want to extend their professional development without being required to repeat foundational counselling training. This degree is also an entry qualification into the counselling profession. Graduates from a non-counselling background could choose the Foundations of Practice specialisation to gain valuable practical skills and study elective subjects from various specialisations. All specialisations within the Master of Counselling, with the exclusion of Advanced Entry, is accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). The Advanced Entry specialisation is recognised by the ACA as meeting their bridging requirements to meet Level 3 membership under certain conditions.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Online

Online/Off-campus - 2 years

$56,640
N/A

Structure

16 units: including 2 research pathway options.

Subjects

  • Advanced Entry
  • Child, Youth and Family Therapy
  • Mental Health Practice
  • Trauma Focused Practice

Entry requirements

  • For Master of Counselling (5 qualifying specialisations) - Completion of an Australian university three-year Bachelor degree in any area (or equivalent).
  • Completion of 50% the UniSQs Graduate Diploma of Counselling or equivalent.
  • Provide a two-page report addressing specific Selection Criteria.
  • Participate in an interview with a panel of School staff. For Master of Counselling (Advanced Entry specialisation) - Current evidence of full membership of a relevant professional body, such as the Australian Psychological Society or the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.

Recognition

The Master of Counselling is accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).

Study Pathways

A student successfully completing Master of Counselling may apply to the Doctor of Philosophy. Students may exit after four courses with a Graduate Certificate of Counselling. Students may exit after eight courses with a Graduate Diploma of Counselling.