Duration

1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2020

Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)
Semester 2 (03 Aug, 2020)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

24

Faculty

Medicine

Teaching Location

Herston

Delivery mode

Flexible Delivery

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

Apply Online

Enquiries for Australian students

Faculty of Medicine

Email: med.enquiries@uq.edu.au

Phone: (07) 334 64922

Web: http://www.health.uq.edu.au/

Duration

1.5 Years full-time

Commencing 2020

Semester 1 (24 Feb, 2020)

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

24

Faculty

Medicine

Teaching Location

Herston

Delivery mode

Flexible Delivery

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

An approved degree in a health, social work or related discipline and have completed 1 year full time (or equivalent) work experience in a mental health setting or:

  • an approved degree in a different discipline and have completed 2 years full time (or equivalent) work experience in a mental health setting, or
  • Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Mental Health from this university and have completed 5 years full time (or equivalent) work experience in a mental health setting.

There are additional enrol requirements for the Psychotherapy and Art Therapy stream. Please refer to the Program Rules for more information.

CRICOS Code: 031212J

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.

TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.

Pearson Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.

CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.

BE and OET are not accepted.

view the English proficiency policy.

AQF level

AQF level 9

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

Apply Online

Enquiries for International students

International Student Advisor

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Web: http://www.health.uq.edu.au/

Enquire online

Why study the Master of Mental Health?

The Master of Mental Health provides systematic training designed to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to contemporary mental health practice. Candidates receive advanced training in a variety of evidence based interventions and the theoretical principles that underpin them. Teaching is provided by highly experienced practitioners and/or researchers, many of whom have national or international reputations for scholarship and/or professional practice. Students have the opportunity to undertake both structured and independent learning assignments and study in a flexible environment that respects concurrent professional commitments.

The mode of study and the location where courses are offered will vary depending on the field of study chosen. Please refer to the entry information for fields of study for more information. This is particularly important for international students as on and off campus requirements vary between fields of study.

What you can study

Domestic students undertake the program on a part-time basis over a minimum of 2 years. International students may only undertake the program on a full-time basis over 1.5 years.

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Majors/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

Master of Mental Health

Placement courses

All streams include a total of 800 hours of practicum requirements spread across 4 courses of 200 hours each. The University provides group supervision for those courses, and students must also have an on-site supervisor.

All placements are negotiated with service providers on an individual basis and are subject to availability. It is anticipated that domestic students would undertake the practicums at their place of work. Any costs associated with supervision are the responsibility of the student.

Where preferred placements are not available students may be required to complete practicums from other fields of study (i.e. psychotherapy or art therapy) or specialist electives in lieu. Such arrangements would be negotiated with the program director.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

See the Study at UQ website for admissions information

How to Apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

An approved degree in a health, social work or related discipline and have completed 1 year full time (or equivalent) work experience in a mental health setting or:

  • an approved degree in a different discipline and have completed 2 years full time (or equivalent) work experience in a mental health setting, or
  • Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Mental Health from this university and have completed 5 years full time (or equivalent) work experience in a mental health setting.

There are additional enrol requirements for the Psychotherapy and Art Therapy stream. Please refer to the Program Rules for more information.

Additional application requirements

International art therapy applicants may also download the 2017 international information booklet.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 031212J

English proficiency

IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL IBT - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.

TOEFL PB - Overall 600, listening 59, reading 59, writing 64/6.

Pearson Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.

CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.

BE and OET are not accepted.

View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.

Apply Online

Closing date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

What you can do with a Master of Mental Health

Careers

This program is designed to enhance the skills of the mental health professional workforce. It is anticipated that successful graduates would have enhanced employability and opportunities for advancement.

The Art Therapy stream meets the requirements for professional registration with ANZACATA, the Australian, New Zealandand Asia Arts Therapy Association.

The Psychotherapy stream is recognised by a variety of associations and registration board as an advanced qualification in mental health allowing specialist practice. It is recommended that students check with their own associations or registration bodies for further information. Graduates are also able to become members of a variety of psychotherapy and counselling associations as specialist practitioners should they choose.

Professional memberships

Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:

  • The Australian Association of Family Therapy Inc
  • Australian and New Zealand Arts Therapy Association

Program rules for the Master of Mental Health

To complete the Master of Mental Health

To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Mental Health, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

For more information on program requirements, please contact the Faculty.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.

Related programs

Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs: