Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental Psychology)

About the course

This master’s degree develops advanced knowledge and professional skills in educational and developmental psychology across childhood, adolescence and learning contexts. You’ll build capability in assessment, evidence-based intervention and ethical practice, with training grounded in contemporary psychological science and supervised development of applied skills. The program is designed for postgraduate psychology study with a focus on educational and developmental practice.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue psychology roles focused on learning, development and wellbeing in education and community settings. Career pathways can include educational and developmental psychology practice, assessment and intervention support, program development, and consultancy roles working with children, adolescents, families and schools. This is a Masters-level qualification in Psychology oriented to educational and developmental 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***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)