Master of Psychotherapy and Counselling
Develop deep listening and counselling skills in a humanistic psychotherapy program at Western Sydney University.
Best for:Best for individuals with an undergraduate background seeking clinical training in person-centred psychotherapy and counselling.
Overview
The Master of Psychotherapy and Counselling at Western Sydney University is a humanistic coursework program designed to enhance students' capacity to provide in-depth support for individuals facing emotional and life challenges. Offered through the School of Social Sciences, the curriculum explores the role of the human psyche and teaches students how to integrate theory with real-world practice. Taught by experienced clinical practitioners and psychotherapy educators, the program prepares candidates to establish therapeutic environments and counsel clients effectively. Applicants must undergo a comprehensive selection process, including an academic review, a Statement of Intent, a CV, and a group interview.
What you'll do
- Complete coursework integrating psychotherapeutic theory and clinical practice
- Engage in supervised counselling and practical training with real-life clients
- Explore the role of the human psyche and client-centred therapeutic environments
- Participate in group workshops and clinical supervision sessions
Requirements
Degree required: Undergraduate degree or higher in any discipline, or a Graduate Diploma in Counselling with a GPA of 5.5 or above
Degree offered: Master Degree
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Capacity for deep listening and empathetic engagement
- Effective written communication demonstrated via a Statement of Intent
- Relevant voluntary, paid, or life experience related to helping others
- Satisfactory completion of an undergraduate degree or higher in any discipline
- Achievement of an interview score of 70% or above in a group applicant interview
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How to apply
Submit an application through the university portal including your CV and a maximum 500-word Statement of Intent. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a group interview.
- CV
- Statement of Intent
- Undergraduate transcripts
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