Master of Psychiatry (Online)

University of Melbourne

Australia, Melbourne

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University of Melbourne

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Part Time

Delivery

Online

Application Fee

AUD 154

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJune-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 12,000 / year

Next Intake June-2026

Master of Psychiatry (Online)

About

Overview

With the growing need to enhance the delivery of psychiatric care across diverse communities, the University of Melbourne delivers the Master of Psychiatry in a wholly online format. Through interactive learning platforms, this program offers a world-class education tailored to the demands of modern mental health care.

Hear from leading academics, learn about the benefits of an engaging online learning experience from our alumni, and discover how this course is shaping the future of mental health care. Watch the video below.

About the Master of Psychiatry

Delivered by the Department of Psychiatry and fully accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), the Master of Psychiatry is perfect for medical practitioners aiming to elevate their expertise in psychiatry and advance their careers.

Beyond exploring theoretical concepts and their application to clinical practice, the course provides a deep understanding of cultural and sociocultural diversity within our communities. This perspective equips graduates to understand better the relationship between mental illness and individual experiences in our geographical region and beyond.

Who is this course for?

This program is designed for dedicated medical practitioners passionate about improving mental health care and fulfilling the Formal Education Course (FEC) requirements of the RANZCP.

Course aims

The Master of Psychiatry (Online) provides a comprehensive education in the core principles and specialties of psychiatry, empowering graduates to deliver outstanding clinical care.

Learn from leading academics and researchers, and grow your network through an engaging and authentic online learning experience.

This course also takes a unique approach to the field of psychiatry, emphasising hope, recovery, and quality of life. Through authentic case scenarios and first-hand insights from patients experiencing mental health challenges, students will develop the skills to deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.

International students are welcome to study this course. However, please note that this course is not available to international students who require a student visa to study in Australia as it does not meet the onshore study requirements and it is not registered with CRICOS.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission criteria

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have:

A postgraduate coursework Doctor of Medicine, or
An undergraduate degree in medicine (or equivalent)

AND

At least one year of documented experience as a practising doctor, AND
Current medical registration in the country where you are working.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

English language requirements

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:

English language test score requirements
If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

7.0

with no band less than 7.0
TOEFL

94+

with writing 27; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13
PEARSON

72+

with written communicative skill of 75 and no other communicative skill below 60
CAMBRIDGE

185+

with no less than 185 in writing and no less than 169 in each other skill
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

About selection

When assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider your previous studies and academic performance.

The Selection Committee may request additional information to clarify any aspect of an application, according to the University’s Academic Board rules regarding selection instruments.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

If relevant to your application, the Selection Committee will also consider your professional experience.

Selection into the course is not automatic and is subject to competition and availability of places.

English Program Requirements

English language test score requirements

If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

IELTS

7.0

with no band less than 7.0

TOEFL

94+

with writing 27; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13

PEARSON

72+

with written communicative skill of 75 and no other communicative skill below 60

CAMBRIDGE

185+

with no less than 185 in writing and no less than 169 in each other skill

*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

Career

Career Outcomes

As a graduate of this course, you’ll have gained sufficient theoretical and clinical knowledge to sit and pass the exams required by RANZCP.

Graduates of the on-campus course have gone on to have highly successful clinical careers and the vast majority have gone on to become consultant psychiatrists across Australia and internationally.