Master of Counselling
Gain professional counselling qualifications and practical experience at Monash University.
Best for:Best for professionals in health, education, or social welfare seeking a professional qualification in counselling.
Overview
The Master of Counselling at Monash University is a comprehensive postgraduate coursework programme designed to equip students with specialised knowledge and practical skills for a rewarding career as a counsellor. Taught by leading academics with extensive clinical experience, the curriculum blends rigorous psychological theory with hands-on professional placement. The programme is tailored for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including health, education, human resources, and social welfare. Students learn to apply evidence-based counselling practices across a wide array of professional settings and contexts.
What you'll do
- Complete rigorous coursework in professional counselling theories and methodologies
- Engage in practical professional placement and supervised clinical training
- Apply specialised counselling skills to diverse client populations and contexts
- Collaborate with peers and leading academics in health and social sciences
- Demonstrate ethical, reflective, and evidence-based practice in mental health settings
Requirements
Degree required: Australian bachelor degree or equivalent with at least a high credit (65%) average, with varying entry pathways requiring professional experience or related disciplinary background.
Degree offered: Master Degree (By Coursework)
Language: English; standard university English language proficiency requirements apply
Instruction: English
- Satisfactory academic performance meeting the high credit (65%) average threshold
- Prior academic background or relevant professional experience depending on entry level
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills suitable for helping professions
- Meet Monash University general admission standards for postgraduate coursework
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How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Monash University course finder portal. Applicants should review their specific entry level requirements and prepare all necessary academic transcripts before submission.
- Academic transcripts
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