Master of Counselling
A professional counselling degree preparing graduates for diverse clinical and therapeutic roles.
Best for:Best for individuals seeking a career in professional counselling with a focus on clinical practice, therapeutic techniques, and client-centred care.
Overview
The Master of Counselling at Edith Cowan University is a coursework-based programme designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and ethical frameworks needed to become professional counsellors. The curriculum integrates person-centred approaches with evidence-based techniques such as psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural, and humanistic methods. Students engage in hands-on training to develop competencies in client engagement, therapeutic intervention, and counselling across diverse settings. The programme emphasises both academic rigour and real-world application, ensuring graduates are prepared for careers in mental health, education, and community services. No research output or publication requirements are associated with this taught master’s degree.
What you'll do
- Develop and apply person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural, and humanistic counselling techniques in clinical practice.
- Engage with diverse client populations across educational, community, and mental health settings.
- Conduct supervised counselling sessions to gain hands-on experience in therapeutic interventions.
- Analyse and integrate theoretical frameworks with practical counselling skills to enhance client outcomes.
- Participate in reflective practice and supervision to refine counselling competencies.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards in counselling practice.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (or equivalent) with no specific field requirement; no prior counselling experience necessary.
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned; assumed to be met by admission to the university).
Instruction: English
- Ability to engage empathetically with clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Willingness to participate in supervised counselling sessions and reflective practice.
- Commitment to ethical and professional standards in counselling practice.
- No nationality or residency restrictions.
- No age limits or prior experience caps.
- Applicants must meet ECU’s general admission requirements for a Master’s degree.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit an online application through the Edith Cowan University portal. Required documents typically include a completed application form, academic transcripts, a personal statement, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Additional materials may be requested based on individual circumstances.
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Personal statement or motivation letter
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-speaking country)
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