Master of Mental Health (MMH)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5151
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a health, social work or other related field and relevant work experience OR GDipMH with a GPA of 5.0 in same field of study.
Additional application information
Psychotherapy or Family Therapy - also requires 1 year work experience in the field of mental health, and the capacity to meet practicum requirements.
Mental Health Nursing - requires applicants be registered to practice as a nurse in Australia, and be engaged in an field of nursing practice requiring mental health skills.
Art Therapy is the only area that has a second semester intake and requires a degree or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Mental Health and meet the Art Practice entrance standard and the Clinical Experience entrance standard and undertake an interview. Depending on the field of study chosen and the nature of the placement, students may be required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing their placement. For information on the Blue Card, contact the School of Medicine.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Dr Matthew Bambling
Email: m.bambling@uq.edu.au
Phone: (07) 3163 3737
Web: www.som.uq.edu.au
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2013)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5151
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External, Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a health, social work or other related field and relevant work experience OR GDipMH with a GPA of 5.0 in same field of study.
CRICOS Code: 031212J
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Web: www.som.uq.edu.au
Why study the Master of Mental Health?
The Master of Mental Health provides systematic training designed to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to contemporary mental health practice. Candidates receive advanced training in a variety of evidence based interventions and the theoretical principles that underpin them. Teaching is provided by highly experienced practitioners and/or researchers, many of whom have national or international reputations for scholarship and/or professional practice. Students have the opportunity to undertake both structured and independent learning assignments and study in a flexible environment that respects concurrent professional commitments.
The mode of study of courses and location of offering varies depending on the field of study chosen. Please check the entry for the particular field of study that you wish to study for more information.
This is particularly important for international students as some courses are only offered externally and residential schools are required for some of these courses.
What you can study
Domestic students undertake the program on a part-time basis over 2 years at a rate of 6 units (3 courses) per semester. International students undertake the program on a full-time basis over 1.5 years at a rate of 8 units (4 courses) per semester. Each course has a value of 2 units.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Mental Health.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Master of Mental Health
- Art Therapy Field of Study
- Community Mental Health Field of Study
- Family Therapy Field of Study
- Psychotherapy Field of Study
- Standard
Placement courses
The University provides group supervision in relation to practicum courses. Students are also required to have an 'on-site' supervisor and any costs associated with this supervision are the responsibility of the student.'
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a health, social work or other related field and relevant work experience OR GDipMH with a GPA of 5.0 in same field of study.
Additional application information
Psychotherapy or Family Therapy - also requires 1 year work experience in the field of mental health, and the capacity to meet practicum requirements.
Mental Health Nursing - requires applicants be registered to practice as a nurse in Australia, and be engaged in an field of nursing practice requiring mental health skills.
Art Therapy is the only area that has a second semester intake and requires a degree or Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Mental Health and meet the Art Practice entrance standard and the Clinical Experience entrance standard and undertake an interview. Depending on the field of study chosen and the nature of the placement, students may be required to have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before commencing their placement. For information on the Blue Card, contact the School of Medicine.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a health, social work or other related field and relevant work experience OR GDipMH with a GPA of 5.0 in same field of study.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 031212J
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6.
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Master of Mental Health
Careers
This program is designed to enhance the skills of the mental health professional workforce. It is anticipated that successful graduates would have enhanced employability and opportunities for advancement.
Program rules for the Master of Mental Health
To complete the Master of Mental Health
To fulfil the requirements of the Master of Mental Health, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #24 from the MMH List
- all of Part A; and
- the balance from Part B
Refer to MMH rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
