Treat the whole person
Mental and physical health are inextricably connected. Health psychologists explore brain—body interactions with a view to improving client wellbeing. This requires advanced psychological skills and clinical expertise.
Our Master of Psychology (Health) is one of only two health psychology degrees currently available in Australia. It provides the professional knowledge needed to practise as a registered psychologist.
What will you do?
Enjoy small class sizes with leading health psychologists and educators.
Learn about illness, disease, and the promotion and maintenance of health.
Study health care systems and policy.
Explore psychological factors that contribute to ill health.
Undertake three industry placements totalling over 1000 hours.
Network with future employers in mental health, health care and government settings.
Apply your skills to assist with physical, psychological and social health
Our Master of Psychology (Health) provides the knowledge and skills needed to practise as a registered psychologist.
Health psychologists specialise in understanding the relationships between psychological factors and health and illness, and practise in two main areas: health promotion and clinical health psychology. After graduation, students will have the skills to assist people with mental health and chronic physical health conditions.
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