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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (Coursework)

Course code: #L67

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $37,400 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    4 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    083642A

Highlights
Practicum

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 30-August-2024 2024-08-30
Fall-February 30-August-2025 2025-08-30
Fall-February 30-August-2026 2026-08-30

Overview

Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy

Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy at ECU includes theoretical study, experiential-based skill development and self-reflective clinical practice in the fields of counselling and psychotherapy.

The overall theoretical orientation of this coursework Masters is psychoanalytic and to a lesser extent systemic.

To be accepted into this course, you’ll need a three-year degree from a recognised university, in an area such as social work, psychology, medicine, occupational therapy, nursing, theology or human services.

Preference will be given to applicants with at least two years of full-time (or equivalent) experience in a formal counselling role.

In the final year of your study, you can hone your clinical skills in a year-long fieldwork placement.

Practicum option

Students are required to complete a year-long fieldwork placement in their final year of study.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$47,600

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,620
Accommodation 1 bed room $10,200
Tuition 1 person $37,400

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic Transcript
  • Evidence of Academic English Competency
  • Current Resume (CV) or Evidence of Work Experience (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Work Experience Documents (If applicable)

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

84
17
listening
17
writing
17
speaking
17
reading

PTE

52
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Postgraduate English package guide:

Entry requirements (IELTS Score)Leads toDuration
IELTS 4.5 → AE 2ECU Postgraduate entry10 weeks
IELTS 5.0 → AE 3ECU Postgraduate entry10 weeks
IELTS 5.5 → AE 4ECU Postgraduate entry10 weeks
IELTS 6.0 → AE 5ECU Postgraduate entry10 weeks

The Academic English Program (AEP) is designed for students who plan to study at an Australian university or who are interested in developing academic reading, writing, listening and communication skills. 

  • Taught in 10-week terms, with possible start dates every five weeks.
  • With a minimum of 65%, you will be able to graduate to the next AEP level or to your designated course.
  • No further English testing is required (except for Nursing and other higher English course requirements).
  • This program is taught on ECU’s Mount Lawley Campus.

Academic background and requirement

  • Bachelor's degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years of relevant professional experience.

All applicants are required to have a three-year degree from a recognised university and attend an interview

Applicants will be asked to provide a written application and attend an interview if they are short-listed. 

Preference will be given to applicants with at least two years of full-time (or equivalent) experience in a formal counselling role.

Note: It is desirable that all applicants have a three-year degree from a recognised university, in an area such as social work, psychology, medicine, occupational therapy, nursing, theology or human services.

Career opportunities

  • Licensed Counsellor
  • Psychotherapist
  • Marriage and Family Therapist
  • Mental Health Counselor
  • Addiction Counselor
  • Trauma Therapist
  • Counselling Psychologist

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