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Master of Professional Psychology

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  • Academic qualifications relevant to your application
  • English proficiency evidence (if required)
  • Evidence of your citizenship, passport, or permanent residency status

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Student ?
Year ?
Campus
Wollongong
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2025
Code
UOW: 442

Overview

This course is for graduates of a four-year accredited psychology program. The primary aim is to provide a fifth year of supervised practice and structured learning to prepare candidates for a final year of supervised internship in the field of psychological practice, prior to applying for general registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. 

The Master of Professional Psychology provides one year of full-time education in the professional practice of psychology that:

  • forms the foundation for professional practice, building on the existing knowledge and skills base acquired as part of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four-year undergraduate course;
  • takes an evidence-based approach based on the scientist-practitioner model;
  • is broad and generalist in nature; and
  • grounds the core professional competencies as outlined in the APAC accreditation standards.

See the course handbook for more information.

Fee subsidised places available

Teaching methods include a combination of lectures, workshops, skills training, online and supervised work-based practicums, both at the University's Northfields Psychology Clinic and at external placements.

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Careers

  • Case Manager
  • Consumer Behaviour Analyst
  • Counsellor
  • Psychologist
  • Social Policy Analyst/Consultant
  • Specialist Psychologist (further training required)
  • Substance Abuse Counsellor
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Accreditation & professional recognition

The Master of Professional Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as meeting the requirements of a 5th year program of study, allowing progression towards registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

Students accepted into the course must have successfully completed a four-year, or a three-year plus a fourth year, Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)-accredited sequence in psychology within the previous 10 years and be eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a provisional psychologist.

Places in this course are limited. Entry is competitive and based on academic merit and personal suitability.

Selection procedures include:

  • Satisfactory completion of the application form and a personal statement
  • Referee reports from at least two referees (one academic, one professional)
  • Confirmation of original degree certificates
  • Completion of an interview with a panel
  • An average mark of 70% across all psychology subjects for the four years of previous study

For information on how to apply, please visit the Postgraduate Psychology webpage. Here, you will find step-by-step instructions and additional supporting documentation required to complete your application.


    Compulsory Work Based Placement
    This course requires a total of 300 hours of compulsory work-based placements, completed over 30 weeks (at 10 hours per week) throughout the degree.

    • Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications

      If you have completed or partially completed studies at an approved university or tertiary institution, you may be eligible for entry to UOW. You'll need to provide academic records, and your course must be at least one-sixth complete. Non-English documents must include an official English translation. For more information, contact the UOW Future Students Team.

    • English language proficiency

      All UOW courses are taught in English and require varying levels of proficiency. If English is not your first language, you must meet the University’s English Language Requirements, which differ by course.

      Accepted international test results include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET for specific health-related courses.

      Alternatively, you can fulfill the requirement by completing an English course at UOW College.

    • Workload

      Full-Time Study Load

      As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

      Part-Time Study Load

      For part-time students, study hours will vary based on the number of units taken, with similar expectations for class and independent study.

      For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

    • Record Check

      The NSW Health Department requires all students undertaking clinical placements at NSW Health hospitals and facilities to:

      • undergo a national criminal record check; and
      • comply with NSW Health's immunisation requirements


      prior to employment or placement in any capacity in the NSW health system.

      This criminal record clearance will be conducted by the NSW Police and/or the Australian Federal Police. Students are required to arrange for this check to be undertaken following enrolment, and the cost of the check will be their responsibility.

      Students should consult the information on Criminal Records Checks, Prohibited Employment Declaration and Infectious Diseases in the Health Placements section.

       

    • Credit for Prior Learning

      If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

      Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

      UOW values lifelong learning and recognizes various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to  UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

    More detail

    Course fees table
    Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
    WollongongOn Campus$16008 (2025)$32016 (2025)

    The above tuition fee is the indicative amount payable for a full-fee paying place. In 2026, domestic students may be eligible for either a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or a UOW-subsidised fee reduction of up to 75% off the fee(s) listed above.

    See postgraduate fees for more information.

    *Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change. If you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be confirmed at the time of your offer.

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