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About the course
The Master of Psychiatry (Online) is a wholly online program designed to build advanced expertise in psychiatry for medical practitioners. It combines interactive online learning with clinically focused teaching delivered by the University of Melbourne’s Department of Psychiatry and is accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). The course also emphasises understanding cultural and sociocultural diversity to support effective mental health care across diverse communities.
What you might learn
Students develop advanced psychiatric knowledge and the clinical reasoning required to deliver high-quality, patient-centred mental health services. The course aims to strengthen capability in applying theory to clinical practice, including working with recovery-oriented approaches that prioritise hope, quality of life and compassion. It also builds understanding of how culture and lived experience shape mental illness and care needs.
Career outcome
Graduates can strengthen their practice and career progression in psychiatry and related mental health settings, applying advanced skills to improve assessment and management of mental health presentations. The qualification supports medical practitioners seeking to enhance professional standing and meet RANZCP Formal Education Course (FEC) requirements. Career pathways may include roles delivering specialist psychiatric care within hospitals, community mental health services, and other clinical mental health environments.
Entry requirements
IELTS 7.0 with no band less than 7.0
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***
