Course overview
This degree supports you to become a clinically proficient counsellor with a strong foundation in ethical and evidence based clinical competencies. You'll explore contemporary theories and therapeutic approaches, learning to take a holistic approach to emotional, mental and relational challenges. You'll build practical skills through hands-on experiential learning, including simulated scenarios with actors representing clients. Develop cultural sensitivity to work safely and effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. Strengthen your interpersonal and active listening skills, learning to build empathy and establish trust. Find out how to guide conversations and facilitate self-exploration. Across the...
Course record
CRICOS
04249J
Studies in Australia
Source: Studies in Australia course page. Course page URL: https://www.studiesinaustralia.com/courses-in-australia/adelaide-university/courses/master-of-counselling-and-psychotherapy.
Entry requirements
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
Postgraduate entry
- A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
- Attend an interview, if invited. A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution. AND. Undertake the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT). Attend an interview, if invited.
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
View English requirementPast offer reference
Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.
Campuses & intake dates
- Adelaide City CampusSA

