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Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology and Doctor of Philosophy

Monash University (Monash)

CRICOS 083826D · Duration: 4 Years

Duration

208 weeks

Delivery

On-campus

Study Load

Full-time

Intakes

Articulation entry only (not direct admission)

Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology and Doctor of Philosophy (course code 3736) combines the coursework and placement requirements of the Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology with the thesis requirements of the PhD. It is an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited fifth and sixth year sequence in psychology. Enrolment is probationary, with full admission to the course granted in the last three months of the second year of full-time study (or equivalent part-time), provided performance on all components — including research confirmation proceedings — is satisfactory. The course develops evidence-based practitioners and independent specialist professionals with the theoretical, research, assessment and therapeutic skills required in educational and developmental psychology, with an advanced ability to think critically and analytically about the processes involved and apply them in professional practice and research. In undertaking the PhD research thesis, students develop as scientist-practitioners, carrying out reviews and scientific investigations that make original and substantive contributions relevant to educational and developmental psychology.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

381 Royal Pde, Parkville, VIC 3052

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

A$37,600 (total course fee)

Intakes

Articulation entry only (not direct admission)

Study Mode

Full-time

Entry Requirements

Domestic entry follows the same articulation pathway as international — only via internal invitation from the Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology after first-year performance review.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
This program is not open for direct admission. Selected high-achieving students enrolled in the Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology course are invited to articulate into the dual PhD degree after completion of their first year of study, subject to satisfactory academic performance. The Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) requires that any applicant, whether domestic or international, who has completed secondary or tertiary studies in a language other than English must supply IELTS, TOEFL or PTE test results that meet English language requirements for provisional registration as a psychologist before commencing the course.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities
Educational and developmental psychologists assist children and adults with learning and developmental issues by providing assessment, intervention and counselling services. Graduates develop high professional standards in the administration and interpretation of a comprehensive range of psychological, educational and developmental tests and assessments, and the planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based interventions with individuals and groups, combined with advanced research capability from the PhD thesis component — preparing graduates for combined clinical practice and academic/research careers in educational and developmental psychology.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology and Doctor of Philosophy take to complete?

The program has a total duration of 208 weeks (approximately 4 years), as listed in the CRICOS registry.

Is there a work component in this program?

Yes, this program includes a mandatory work component totalling 1,000 hours, structured as 25 hours per week over 40 weeks.

What is the estimated total cost of the course?

The estimated total course cost is AU$191,171, which consists entirely of tuition fees with no additional non-tuition fees listed.

Where is this course delivered?

This course is delivered at the Monash Clayton campus, located on Wellington Road, Clayton, Victoria 3800, which is owned and operated by Monash University.

What field of education does this course fall under?

The course falls under the broad field of Society and Culture (09), with a narrow field of Behavioural Science (0907) and a detailed field of Psychology (090701).

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