Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)

Your future career starts at Melbourne

Professionals who can support young people experiencing learning and mental health challenges are in high demand. The Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental) equips you with the expertise sought after by schools, healthcare providers, community providers, and many more.

Key career outcomes

1. Become a registered educational psychologist. Register as a generalist psychologist and apply for registrar roles to become an Educational and Developmental Psychologist.
2. Attain membership with key professional bodies. Become a member of the Australian Psychological Society and an associate member of the College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists.
3. Turn your expertise to research. Transfer to the combined Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)/PhD after your first year, subject to meeting academic requirements.

Where can educational psychology take you?

Graduates work as educational psychologists and in related roles like student counsellors and welfare coordinators, across a wide range of settings.

Employers include:

• Health agencies treating children with emotional and behavioural difficulties
• Schools including government, independent, and Catholic schools
• Mental healthcare providers including public clinics, hospitals and private psychological practices
• Adult healthcare providers, such as aged care providers, and parenting support programs.

Accreditation

The Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, recognised by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Graduates are qualified to practice as a registered psychologist and eligible for the two-year registrar program to become endorsed as an Educational and Developmental Psychologist. Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Psychological Society and associate membership of the College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists.

Industry connections

Build new connections and learn from experts with specialist knowledge in the field.

• Expand your professional networks on placement. Many graduates find employment through their placements.
• Complete your 10,000-word research project with an affiliated research organisation to build professional relationships and develop specialist knowledge.
• Attend symposiums, seminars, and events with visiting experts from other world-leading education faculties.

Career support

Plan and achieve your goals with our career support services. Access these services to build your confidence and improve your career readiness while studying.

Support includes:

• Personalised career consultations
• Workshops on resume writing, LinkedIn optimisation, and interview skills
• Access to an exclusive job portal connecting students to industry opportunities
• Networking events with alumni and professionals.

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Further study

Make a difference through graduate research

Build on your masters qualification to pursue a graduate research degree. Supported by a globally connected research community, you’ll collaborate with supervisors, experts and peers who share your passion for discovery and impact.

Through regular connection with peers, researchers and our global network of industry partners, you’ll develop strong connections with community and industry that open the door to an outstanding future.

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