Master of Psychology in Counselling Psychology
Study Discipline: Medical & Health Sciences
Study Programme Details
City: Msida
Country: Malta
Admission Sessions: Autumn Session
Study Format: Full Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Immerse yourself in the transformative journey of our Master of Psychology in Counselling Psychology program, designed to equip you with the essential psychological knowledge, values, attitudes, and skills necessary to thrive as a counselling psychologist.
Through a dynamic curriculum, you’ll delve into cutting-edge theories and research, exploring avenues for promoting health and wellbeing across diverse age groups. Engage in supervised field placements, spending 9 hours per week honing your professional values, ethics, and skills through individual, group, and societal level strategies.
Additionally, you’ll undergo rigorous training in research methodologies, culminating in the submission of a dissertation. Our program offers the exclusive pathway in Malta to obtaining a warrant to practice as a Counselling Psychologist after two years of supervised practice.
Overview
Step into the realm of counselling psychology and unlock your potential to make a profound difference in the lives of others. Seamlessly blend theoretical insights with practical application as you navigate the complexities of human behavior.
Embrace a holistic approach to psychological assessment and intervention, drawing from diverse frameworks including psychoanalytic, humanistic-existential, and systemic perspectives. Address the inherent risks involved in working with trauma survivors, equipped with a broad spectrum of psychological skills and competencies. From assessment to intervention and evaluation, our program empowers you to tailor psychotherapeutic strategies to individual client needs, fostering resilience and growth.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be proficient in the Maltese language and be in possession of either:
- a Bachelor degree in Psychology with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division), or an equivalent qualification from this or another university or
- a Bachelor degree in Psychology with at least Second Class Honours (Lower Division), together with a Masterҳ degree in Psychology-related areas from this or another University or
- a Bachelor degree in Psychology or a Bachelor degree with Psychology as a main area of study, in both cases obtained with at least Category IIA or another degree in a related area deemed relevant by the Board of Studies obtained with at least Second Class (Honours)(Upper Division),
provided that all applicants applying in terms of this paragraph would either have obtained 60 ECTS credits in Psychology, as approved by the Board, following the award of their degree, or have obtained the Higher Diploma in Psychology with at least Pass with Merit, which together with their degree are deemed to be comparable to the qualification indicated in paragraph (a).
In addition to the qualifications listed above, applicants are also required to have either:
- a minimum of 2400 hours of experience in a clinical or counselling or educational or forensic or health or neuropsychology setting, or
- a minimum of 1200 hours of experience in a clinical or counselling or educational or forensic or health or neuropsychology setting, under the supervision of a warranted psychologist. This experience should normally be obtained after applicants have been awarded the qualification indicated in the above paragraphs.
Professional aptitude and disposition shall be measured by means of exercises involving
- role play with a client,
- group discussion, and
- personal interview.
- FSD5572 Family Therapy and Systemic Practice (5 ECTS)
- PSY5608 Research Methods (10 ECTS)
- PSY5612 Psychological Assessment of Children – Clinical Focus (5 ECTS)
- PSY5616 Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents (5 ECTS)
- PSY5622 Core Placement 1 Counselling Psychology – Children and Adolescents (10 ECTS)
- PSY5623 Lifespan Development and Psychopathology (5 ECTS)
- PSY5613 Psychotherapeutic Approaches: Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Humanistic-Existential Therapy and Couples Therapy (5 ECTS)
- PSY5659 Development Psychopathology (5 ECTS)
- PSY5614 Leading Groups in Professional Settings (5 ECTS)
- PSY5615 Psychological Trauma: Working with PTSD, Complex Trauma and Related Issues (5 ECTS)
- PSY5593 Dissertation (30 ECTS)
- PSY5624 Core Placement 2 Counselling Psychology – Adults (10 ECTS)
- PSY5618 Psychotherapeutic Approaches: CBT, Ethics and Psychopharmacology (5 ECTS)
- PSY5620 Adult Assessment – Theory and Placement (5 ECTS)
- PSY5621 Psychology of Ageing (5 ECTS)
- PSY5625 Physical, Emotional, Sexual and Substance Abuse (5 ECTS)
Non EU Applicants:
Total Tuition Fees: Eur 21,600
Local/EU/EEA Applicants:
No fees apply
Future Career Outcomes
Embark on a rewarding career journey as a counselling psychologist, where your expertise in assessment, intervention, and counseling will be in high demand. Join a league of successful alumni who have carved out thriving careers across various sectors, from clinical settings to educational institutions and beyond. As the demand for mental health professionals continues to soar, your proficiency in addressing diverse psychological needs will position you as a sought-after asset in the industry. Our program equips you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in an ever-evolving job market, where compassion and competence intersect.
Related Career Pathways
Clinical Psychologist, Consulting Psychologist, Counseling Psychologist, Health Psychologist, Psychologist, Research Psychologist, School Psychologist
Visa Requirements:
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