EDUCATION IN PSYCHOLOGY

Psychology as a discipline is an allied science that deals in probing into human mental behaviour. It assesses people’s behaviour, their cognitive characteristics and the various external and internal factors that determine the way they act.

There are only a few universities in Australia that offer world class degree programs in this discipline. There are some handsome job opportunities available in Australia for students who have completed their education successfully.

If your qualification in Psychology is in accordance with ANZSCO codes 272311-272314 & 272399, then your occupation is in demand and required by the employers in Australia.

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Levels of Educational Programs Available

DIPLOMA OF PSYCHOLOGY

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY IN BUSINESS

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (PSYCHOLOGY AND HRM)

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PSYCHOLOGY

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

MASTER OF APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY

MASTER OF BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGY

MASTER OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

MASTER OF COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY

MASTER OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

MASTER OF PSYCHOLOGY

DOCTOR OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR PSYCHOLOGY COURSES

VET Programs

Eligibility: Successful completion of 12 years of education or equivalent

English Requirement: IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with no individual band score below 5.5) or equivalent*

Undergraduate Programs

Eligibility: Successful completion of 12 years of education or equivalent

English Requirement: IELTS score of 6.0 overall (with no individual band score below 5.5) or equivalent*

Post Graduate Programs

Eligibility: Successful completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in a relevant discipline

English Requirement: IELTS score of 6.5 overall (no score below 6.0 in each of the component) or equivalent*. Certain schools may require higher or lower scores for admission

VISA REQUIREMENT

A valid passport for the duration of the study in Australia
Unconditional offer letter from the university or institution
Evidence of access to sufficient funds
Proof of Overseas Student Health Cover
Other relevant documents listed on the Department of Home Affairs visa checklist

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES & PR PATHWAYS

Opportunities are on the rise for Psychologists. According to JobOutlook.gov.au, Psychologists and related professionals have an expected positive job growth of 16.9% until 2022. Graduates of either a Bachelors or Masters in Psychology will be able to apply for PR through the following occupations:

Psychotherapist
Clinical Psychologist
Educational Psychologist

Organizational Psychologist
Psychologists nec

ANZSCO CODES: 272311-272314 AND 272399 (UNIT GROUP 2723: PSYCHOLOGISTS)

WHAT PSYCHOLOGISTS DO?

Investigate, assess and provide treatment and counselling to foster optimal personal, social, educational and occupational adjustment and development.
Provide diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders using psychotherapeutic methods such as behavioural therapy, biofeedback, relaxation therapy and other techniques.

RELATED OCCUPATIONS & ANZSCO CODES

272311 - Clinical Psychologist
272312 - Educational Psychologist
272313 - Organisational Psychologist
272314 - Psychotherapist
272399 - Psychologists nec

TASKS INCLUDE

Collecting data about clients and assessing their cognitive, behavioural and emotional disorders
Administering and interpreting diagnostic tests and formulating plans for treatment
Developing, administering and evaluating individual and group treatment programs
Consulting with other professionals on details of cases and treatment plans
Conducting research studies of motivation in learning, group performance and individual differences in mental abilities and educational performance
Collecting data and analysing characteristics of students and recommending educational programs
Formulating achievement, diagnostic and predictive tests for use by teachers in planning methods and content of instruction
Developing interview techniques, psychological tests and other aids in workplace selection, placement, appraisal and promotion
Conducting surveys and research studies on job design, work groups, morale, motivation, supervision and management
Performing job analyses and establishing job requirements by observing and interviewing employees and managers

VISA OPTIONS FOR IMMIGRATION

190 - Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) (STSOL)
482 - Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) (STSOL)
187 - Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme (subclass 187) (ROL)
407 - Training (subclass 407) (STSOL)

CLIENT REVIEWS

Ilene Dcosta

19 Sep 2020

Quite happy with my application as everything was done smoothly and on time.

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