Commencing semesters, 2024

Semester 1

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Program code

5151

Faculty

Medicine

School

Medical School

Teaching Location

Herston

Attendance mode

In Person

Courses and requirements

View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Psychotherapy field of study.

Enquiries

Australian/domestic students

Faculty of Medicine

Email: med.enquiries@uq.edu.au

Phone: (07) 334 64922

International students

International Student Advisor

Email: study@uq.edu.au

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Enquire online

Why study Psychotherapy?

The psychotherapy specialisation offers advanced training in the use of psychotherapy techniques, with particular emphasis on psychodynamic and/or cognitive behaviour techniques. Students also acquire research skills relevant to the investigation of some aspect of psychotherapy.

Please note:

  • Students can commence this specialiation in semester 1 only
  • Most courses are only available internally at Herston campus, though some introductory courses are also available externally.
  • All students must attend seminars and residential schools in Brisbane.
  • International students can only study the coursework portion of this program as full-time internal students
  • The final project may be undertaken externally, subject to satisfactory supervision arrangements.

Consult the Program Coordinator for further information.

What you can study

Courses focus on the application of specific psychotherapy techniques to particular populations, and in the treatment of specific forms of psychopathology.

Courses and requirements

View the Master of Mental Health course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Psychotherapy field of study.

What it costs

Please view the Master of Mental Health for indicative fees.

How to apply

Please view the Master of Mental Health for information on key dates and how to apply.