GraduatePsychology
Master of Counselling
Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Master of Counselling at Victoria University develops a deep understanding of the theory and practice of counselling, with experience in adult, child and adolescent counselling. Students focus on counselling and psychological theory, counselling interventions and psychological therapies for adults, children, adolescents and families, and practical skills through industry-based learning and placement. The course covers a range of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, grief, loss and addiction, the ethics of counselling, and completion of a practice-based minor thesis. It is offered at VU in Melbourne.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- Foundations of Counselling (APT6016, 12CP)
- Counselling Theories and Interventions (APT6017, 12CP)
- Counselling across the Lifespan (APT6018, 12CP)
- Foundations of Child and Adolescent Counselling (APT6019, 12CP)
- Ethics and Professional Practice for Counsellors (APT6020, 12CP)
- Supervision and Reflection Practice for Counsellors (APT6021, 12CP)
- Evaluation and Research for Counselling Interventions (APT6022, 12CP)
- Working with Diversity in Counselling (APT6023, 12CP)
- Working with Systems in Counselling (APT7001, 12CP)
- Professional Counselling Project A (APT7002, 12CP)
- Practicum 3 (APT6010, 12CP)
- Advanced Counselling Interventions (APT6000, 12CP)
- Trauma-informed Counselling (APT5006, 12CP)
- Counselling for Addictions (APT6005, 12CP)
- Practicum 4 (APT6011, 12CP)
- Professional Counselling Project B (APT7003, 12CP)
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Admissions
To be considered for postgraduate study, you will need to have specific academic qualifications, as outlined below. We also consider non-academic research and work experience for our research candidates. Admission criteria Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline OR Completion of an Australian Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in a similar discipline. AND Suitability for the profession of counselling as determined at an interview. PLUS IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5 in Reading Writing and 7.5 in Speaking Listening) Additional information Applicants must be able to provide academic and professional references and are required to attend a selection interview.
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