Master of Mental Health Science
Monash University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00008C
This course seeks to develop professional knowledge and skills for clinicians delivering mental health care. Depending upon their undergraduate studies students select from community mental health, child psychotherapy, psychiatrist in training or mental health nursing. These specialisations aim to meet the specific needs of these disciplines within mental health services. The course can be completed by coursework, or for those professionals seeking to build their research capacity, incorporation of a research project or minor thesis is available to address that need. This three year, part time degree is taught off campus by some of Australias most experienced mental health professionals and researchers, allowing you to apply the latest thinking to your workplace as you study. The course also includes an on campus workshop. Whichever stream you choose, youll graduate able to evaluate research literature, identify research gaps, conduct practice based research projects and develop, apply and advocate evidence based best practice.
Structure
Total 72 Credit Points
Subjects
- Child psychotherapy studies
- Mental health
- Mental Health Nursing
- Psychiatry
Standard entry requirements
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline with at least a credit average (60%), or equivalent qualification and relevant work experience approved by the faculty.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Monash Online | International: $116,400 | No |
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