Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Educational Psychology/Doctor of Philosophy will enable students to become practitioners while developing advanced research skills and experience to enhance their capacity to work in professionally related tertiary programs. The course provides a grounding in the theoretical, conceptual and empirical foundations of professional practice in educational psychology, and the opportunity for students to develop skills relevant to professional practice through supervised professional experience. The course provides the opportunity for students to undertake a substantial piece of original research within the field of practice of educational psychology and related practice.
This is a four year course. The first year is comprised of coursework, the PhD component is completed over the final three years.
Over the course of your degree, you will develop advanced research skills through a focus on a number of key areas, including early childhood development, learning issues, mental health, life transitions and promoting wellbeing.
Become qualified to work as an educational psychologist with expert skills in counselling, psychological assessment, research methods, intervention, group work, consultation and multidisciplinary team work. In addition, through your major research project, you will gain advanced research skills.
There are two selection rounds each year for entry to the Master of Educational Psychology/PhD). All applications must be submitted and complete by the closing dates below to be considered for each round:
Applications for selection rounds 1 and 2 for 2019 have closed.