About the course

Through counselling and psychotherapy, people gain self-understanding, expand interpersonal capacities and become capable of healthy change. This program brings together theory and practice, and gives you the tools to make a meaningful, real-life impact in the fields of psychotherapy and counselling. You will also enjoy the guidance of Western’s highly experienced clinical practitioners and internationally recognised psychotherapy educators.

　　Western’s Master of Psychotherapy and Counselling is designed to expand and refine your capacity to listen deeply and provide in-depth support to people struggling with emotional issues and life difficulties.

　　This is a deeply humanistic program in which you will explore the role of the human psyche and learn how your own life experiences and perspectives can be used to help others achieve their personal and mental-health goals. Your training will also include an emphasis on the creation of the therapist and the therapeutic environment for the client.

　　Taught by highly experienced clinical practitioners and internationally recognised psychotherapy educators, you’ll learn to bring theory and practice together, receive practical guidance to make meaningful impacts, and be supported by staff to counsel people in real-life situations.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (March), 2024	Parramatta
Autumn (March), 2024	Rydalmere
Autumn (March), 2025	Rydalmere
Autumn (March), 2025	Parramatta

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Western Sydney University

A Bachelor degree, or

　　An overseas qualification from a recognised university or tertiary institution that is equivalent to a Bachelor degree, or

　　A Graduate Diploma from a recognised tertiary institution or university.

　　IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0* in each subtest)

　　TOEFL internet-based score : Total 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13, Paper Based Test = 575

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 82.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Western Sydney University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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World ranking

　　301st / 1250

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