Master Of Counselling And Psychotherapy

The University of Adelaide (UoA)

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Qualification

2 Years

Course duration

2/28/2026

Start Date

US$28338

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Counsellors support others in exploring and overcoming emotional, mental and lifestyle issues. Counselling is a rewarding career choice for students who want to develop personal wisdom and transform the lives of others. What will you do? Our Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy supports the development of ethically aware, research-informed and clinically effective counsellors. You will: learn from academics with extensive professional counselling experience build hands-on skills through experiential learning benefit from case-based learning in small group workshops gain a core understanding of CBT, grief, attachment theory and ethical practice. From second year you’ll begin tailoring your studies to your personal interests, eventually choosing between a clinical or research pathway. Where could it take you? You could support young people in your community through roles and programs in schools or youth work. You might run a private practice or conduct group therapy at a centre. Perhaps you’ll be a relationship or return-to-work counsellor. Our clinical pathway graduates can register as an intern with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and, after further clinical experience, apply for full registration. Career Readiness Graduates of the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy are prepared for a wide variety of roles in broad range of areas including youth work, relationship counselling, group therapy, school counselling, return-to-work counselling and private practice. Potential careers Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Therapist Degree Structure Compulsory courses: The Second Year of the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy starts during the Summer School period (January – February). An elective in the Second Year of the Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy is offered during the Winter School period (June – July). As part of the accreditation for our Masters program with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), students are required to attend all classes/seminars.

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Bachelor degree or equivalent. IELTS: Overall band score of 7.0 and Band score of 7.0 in all bands; TOEFL total score of 94 with a minimum of 27 in Writing, 23 in Speaking and 24 in Reading and Listening; Pearson Test of English (Academic) overall score of 65 and Skills profile of 65 in Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening; and Cambridge English-Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 185 and Individual score of 185 in Writing and Speaking, Reading and Listening.Application deadline is Oct 18.

2 Years - Full time

Fee

A$43,000.00 (US$ 28,338) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

2/28/2026

Address

The University of Adelaide (Adelaide), North Terrace, UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE, South Australia, 5005, ADELAIDE, Australia

About

Ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world and a member of Australia’s research-intensive Group of Eight, The University of Adelaide is a prestigious institution that provides students with an internationally recognised degree.
With 110 Rhodes Scholars and five Nobel Laureates among its distinguished alumni, Adelaide holds high standards for its teaching. A favourable staff-student ratio means that international students receive the support they need to succeed.
Over 200 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are on offer at the institution, and with state-of-the-art facilities and world-leading technology, the University of Adelaide gives students endless career options. Degrees are put together in line with advice from key industry members and close work with government, to make sure students are ready to tackle the major challenges of tomorrow.
The University of Adelaide is connected across the globe. It works alongside governments, businesses, and other universities throughout Asia, Europe and North America to improve the lives of communities in need.
The careers service gives students the opportunity to network and connect with employers, provides support for putting together the perfect CV, and helps to prepare them for their career.
Based in South Australia, Adelaide is among the top 10 on The Economist’s list of the world’s most liveable cities, it is safe, clean and brilliantly green. Compared to other Australian cities, the cost of living is reasonable. The main campus is within walking distance of the city centre. From art galleries to sports stadiums, students are never far away from the vast array of cultural experiences that are on offer.

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