- Entry requirements
- ATAR:
more entry options - Study mode
- Part Time Full Time
- First year fee (domestic)
- $34,800
- Full course fee (domestic)
- $69,600
- Full time duration
- 2
- Murdoch code
- M1388
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.
Course overview
If you’re working towards becoming a registered psychologist, this course will provide a streamlined postgraduate study pathway with only one application process.
You'll graduate skilled in individual casework and have a deep understanding of prevention, research, development, and evaluation at both individual and system levels. Graduates of this course are eligible to apply for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) following one additional year of supervised practice.
The program consists of two years of full-time study, with part-time options available upon approval. It includes a combination of coursework, practicum, and research components. Students will undertake two practica in their final year, providing hands-on experience in real-world settings.
3 Reasons to study a Master of Professional Psychology at Murdoch
- Study the only streamlined postgraduate pathway in WA for students whose primary goal is to register as a psychologist.
- Gain experience in diverse settings through practical placements.
- Learn from leading academics who are committed to helping you succeed in your studies.
What you’ll learn
- Develop advanced skills in psychological assessment and intervention.
- How psychological principles apply to a variety of professional contexts.
- Apply evidence-based psychological knowledge to individuals across the lifespan, facilitating optimal outcomes for clients in various professional contexts.
- Conduct culturally sensitive psychological testing, diagnosis, and assessment, and design, implement, monitor, and evaluate psychological interventions, considering the diversity of sociocultural contexts and adhering to relevant legal and ethical guidelines.
- Articulate advanced knowledge of the general theoretical, disciplinary, and ethical aspects of psychology, ensuring a strong foundation for professional practice.
Your future career
Graduates will find themselves highly employable in various fields, including health, education, community development, and private practice.
This course provides a pathway to further specialization in clinical psychology or other areas of professional psychology.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited with conditions as a packaged Level 2 and Level 3 program by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Professional recognition
Approval is currently being sought from the Psychology Board of Australia for this course to be approved as a qualification for the purposes of registration as a psychologist.
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online |
Mixed mode
In this attendance mode, teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
Admission requirements
English Requirements
You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.
Other Requirements
There are no special requirements for the first 24 credit points of this course. The following requirements apply to the second 24 credit points of this course: Within the first two weeks of commencing the second year (or part-time equivalent) of their course, the student must gain provisional registration with Psychology Board of Australia. As many agencies require all staff working with their clients or patients to have a police clearance, applicants are required to obtain a Federal police clearance (which will include WA clearance) and a separate Working with Children Check. The applicant meets the cost of these clearances. Please note that some organisations providing professional placements require students to provide full immunisation records; all applicants must be in a position to provide these records if required. Students who cannot meet the special requirements will be transferred into G1096 Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced).Recognition of Prior Learning
Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.
Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.
This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.
Plan your course
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Fees & Scholarships
Fees
The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.
Scholarships
How to Apply
Your document checklist
Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.
Compulsory documents
Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
- Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
Course specific documents
- A completed Personal Statement
- A recent Curriculum Vitae
- Two referee reports – one academic and one professional to be submitted by your referees here
Recommended documents (if applicable)
- Change of name documentation
- Marriage certificate
- Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
Your document checklist
Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.
Compulsory documents
- Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
- Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
- Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
- Genuine Student documents (if applicable) - Check the GS requirements page for further information
- GS Form 2
- Personal Statement (SOP)
- Up to date Curriculum Vitae
- A copy of your Passport
Course specific documents
- A completed Personal Statement
- A recent Curriculum Vitae
- Two referee reports - one academic and one professional to be submitted by your referees here
Recommended documents
- A copy of your visa documents (if available)
- A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
- Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
- Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
- Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing
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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.
The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.
For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.
Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.
The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.
The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.
All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.