Master of Psychiatry – University of Melbourne

Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences Full Time

Master of Psychiatry

at University of Melbourne · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

079406C

CRICOS provider code

00116K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$112,540 total

Per year

A$112,540/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne is a specialised one-year postgraduate degree designed for medical practitioners seeking advanced knowledge and skills in psychiatry. Situated in Melbourne’s vibrant academic and health precinct, the programme immerses students in contemporary psychiatric practice, research, and clinical leadership within the Australian healthcare context.

This master's degree is structured into trimesters, comprising a series of core and elective units of study totalling the required credit points for graduation. Coursework includes advanced topics in psychiatric diagnosis, treatment modalities, neurosciences, and patient-centred care, along with opportunities to engage with mental health policy and advocacy. The programme may culminate in a capstone project or research thesis to synthesise theory with clinical application.

Students will greatly benefit from the university’s close links to leading mental health research institutes and major Melbourne hospitals, gaining exposure to diverse clinical populations and innovative models of care. The curriculum is suited to medical doctors with a strong interest in mental health, aiming to develop expertise in evidence-based psychiatric assessment, management, ethical decision-making, and interprofessional collaboration.

Graduates emerge with advanced clinical and research skills, preparation for leadership in mental health services, and a solid foundation for specialty training pathways. International students must meet an English proficiency requirement equivalent to IELTS 7.0 or higher. The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) may provide post-study work opportunities, and student visa holders are permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. Prospective students should confirm all requirements and details on the official course page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Consultant Psychiatrist
Mental Health Clinician
Medical Educator in Psychiatry
Clinical Researcher
Mental Health Policy Advisor
Leadership roles in hospitals, community mental health services, and psychiatric research institutes

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Psychiatry at University of Melbourne?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$112,540 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Consultant PsychiatristMental Health ClinicianMedical Educator in PsychiatryClinical ResearcherMental Health Policy AdvisorLeadership roles in hospitals, community mental health services, and psychiatric research institutes

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