Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)
Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)
Highlights Specialise in assessment, diagnosis and intervention in the area of educational and developmental issues. Graduates eligible for full registration as a psychologist in Australia, and membership of the Australian Psychological Society. Gain practical experience in QUT’s Psychology and Counselling Clinic and external placements in school, mental health, or community…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Highlights
- Specialise in assessment, diagnosis and intervention in the area of educational and developmental issues.
- Graduates eligible for full registration as a psychologist in Australia, and membership of the Australian Psychological Society.
- Gain practical experience in QUT’s Psychology and Counselling Clinic and external placements in school, mental health, or community settings.
- Start online unavailable. This course is only available to you if you can attend classes on campus. It is not possible to start this course online.
Why choose this course?
The Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental) offers an innovative and stimulating program of coursework, practical placements and research in human development and learning. It prepares students to work as educational or developmental psychologists in a range of settings including, but not limited to, schools, disability services, hospitals, employment agencies and private practice.
Careers and outcomes
This course provides the academic foundation for a career in educational and developmental psychology. Educational and developmental psychologists are employed in a wide range of settings and are also able to work as independent (private) practitioners. Educational and developmental psychology may also provide a springboard for other careers, subject to additional or complementary training.
Please note that while successful course completion leads directly to general registration as a psychologist, endorsement as an educational and developmental psychologist requires an additional period of approved supervised practice. Please see the Psychology Board of Australia for further information.
Professional recognition
This program meets requirements for full registration as a psychologist in Australia plus membership of the Australian Psychological Society and associate membership of the College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
