Master of Counselling (Human Services Counselling)

About the course

This Master of Counselling (Human Services Counselling) develops advanced counselling knowledge and applied skills for work in human services settings. The course emphasises professional practice readiness, suitability for client-focused work, and preparation for placements and real-world contexts. Entry considers academic background plus relevant work experience and interviews. This is a master coursework qualification in counselling and human services practice within psychology.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue counselling and support roles across community and human services organisations, including family and relationship support, youth and welfare services, and allied counselling settings. The degree supports work with diverse clients and complex presentations, with pathways into roles that combine counselling practice with casework and service delivery. This is a master coursework qualification preparing for professional counselling careers in psychology-related human services.

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***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)