Master of Counselling
Course code: MC-COUNSMO
This course is available to domestic students only
October
AUD $25,488 (2026 indicative first year fee). Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are not available
Entry requirements
Domestic student
You're considered a domestic student if you're an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or have a permanent humanitarian visa. This applies even if you're studying abroad or have dual Australian citizenship.
Admission criteria
A bachelors degree in a related discipline such as Health Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Medicine, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Teaching, Education or
A bachelors degree or equivalent in any discipline, and at least two years of relevant full-time professional work experience (or equivalent) or
At least six years of relevant full-time professional work experience (or equivalent), including clear evidence of career development, professional writing, and professional achievement or practice comparable to that expected of undergraduate degree holders in cognate disciplines.
Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards.
English language requirements
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:
If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:
| Cards (stat) | |
|---|---|
|
IELTS 6.5 |
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 |
|
TOEFL 81 |
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 |
|
PEARSON 64 |
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 |
|
CAMBRIDGE 169 |
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 |
|
LANGUAGECERT ACADEMIC 67 |
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 |
|
MET 58 |
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56 |
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE); LanguageCert Academic; Michigan English Test. If a test displays N/A, it is not accepted for this course.
About selection
When assessing (and where relevant, ranking) applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- Prior academic performance
- Relevant prior experience
The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Selection and Admission Policy.
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.
Additional information
Advanced Standing
Prior studies may be credited towards your degree and potentially reduce the duration of your course. This is known as Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning).
Applicants who receive a course offer can apply to transfer any recognised prior learning by applying for Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning).
Advanced standing is the acknowledgement of prior study or work experience. If an applicant is awarded advanced standing, the length of their degree may be reduced.
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.
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