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About the course
This Master of Counselling specialisation in Forensic Counselling is designed for practitioners seeking advanced skills to work with clients affected by offending, victimisation and the justice system. The course develops counselling knowledge for complex, high-risk contexts and supports professional practice through structured learning and industry-informed requirements. It is a masters-level counselling qualification focused on forensic counselling practice. The programme develops advanced psychological assessment, intervention planning, and evidence-based practice for professional settings.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue counselling and related roles in forensic and justice-adjacent settings such as corrections, courts, community services, and specialist support programs. The specialisation supports work with people impacted by crime, trauma and complex risk factors, alongside multidisciplinary teams and referral networks. It is a masters-level pathway toward professional practice in forensic counselling contexts. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
