Master of Educational Psychology
Prepare for a professional career as a registered educational psychologist at the University of Melbourne.
Best for:Best for psychology graduates seeking professional registration and specialized clinical training in educational and developmental psychology.
Overview
The Master of Educational Psychology at the University of Melbourne is a rigorous coursework master's program designed to equip students with specialized knowledge and clinical competencies for supporting individuals facing developmental and learning challenges. As one of only four programs of its kind in Australia, the curriculum integrates essential psychological theory with hands-on practice in counselling, assessment, and multidisciplinary intervention. Students participate in comprehensive coursework, research methods training, and supervised professional practice to prepare for registration and practice. Applicants are expected to meet stringent academic prerequisites and demonstrate strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills through written statements and interviews.
What you'll do
- Complete advanced coursework in educational psychology, psychological assessment, and counselling methodologies.
- Engage in applied research methods and intervention strategies tailored to developmental and learning issues.
- Participate in group work, consultation, and multidisciplinary team simulations or placements.
- Complete required professional practice and assessments as dictated by the program curriculum.
Requirements
Degree required: Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four-year undergraduate sequence in psychology
Degree offered: Master of Educational Psychology
Language: English proficiency as required by the University of Melbourne
Instruction: English
- Completed an APAC-accredited four-year undergraduate sequence in psychology within the last 10 years
- Achieved a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 75% or university equivalent
- Demonstrate strong writing and reflective skills through a 500-word personal statement
- Secure positive academic referee reports
- Must have completed an APAC-accredited four-year undergraduate psychology sequence within the last 10 years
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How to apply
Submit an online application through the university portal including your academic transcripts, a 500-word personal statement, and contact details for two academic referees. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an admissions interview.
- Academic transcripts
- Personal statement
- Academic referee reports
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