Master of Science in Behavioural Studies in Health (MSBH) - MScBehavStudHlth

CRICOS code (International applicants): 056823J

Contact us

Initial enquiries should be directed to:

• telephone +61 7 4631 5316

• email studysci@usq.edu.au.

Currently enrolled students should contact the Program Coordinator, Associate Professor Paul Bramston, telephone +61 7 4631 2932.

Program focus

The Master of Science in Behavioural Studies in Health has been developed to meet the needs of those wishing to develop the skills and competencies inherent in the coursework units of the existing Master of Psychology and Doctor of Psychology programs in Health, but who do not wish to complete the practicum and research elements of those programs. The aim of the program, therefore, is to provide advanced training in psychological assessment, intervention, and other professional skills by offering practitioner-oriented postgraduate studies.

Program aims

The Master of Science in Behavioural Studies in Health is offered to meet the needs of those wishing to develop the skills and competencies inherent in the coursework units of the existing Doctor of Psychology programs in Health but who do not wish to complete the practicum and research elements. The aim of the program therefore is to provide advanced training in psychological assessment, intervention, and other professional skills by offering practitioner-oriented postgraduate studies.

Program objectives

Successful completion of the program will meet, depending on choice of electives, some or all of the following objectives, enabling graduates to: • .

• demonstrate a well developed knowledge base concerning the principles and practice of applied psychology

• demonstrate high level psychotherapy skills

• demonstrate a well developed knowledge base concerning the principles and practice of psychological assessment

• demonstrate high level skills in testing and test data interpretation

• demonstrate high level performance in a range of subsidiary psychological skills

• demonstrate a well developed knowledge base concerning the principles and practice of health interventions

• interact ethically with clients and other professionals

Admission requirements

Applicants for admission must be able to demonstrate that they have successfully completed an APAC-accredited four-year Honours program, or equivalent.

How to apply

Domestic students

Application for postgraduate programs may be made directly to USQ. You should ensure you submit your application by the closing dates.

International students

This program is offered to international students. An international student is a person who is not an Australian or New Zealand citizen and not an Australian permanent resident. Please refer to USQ International for information about entry requirements, visa arrangements and how to apply.

Program fees

Tuition fee

Domestic fee-paying places are funded entirely through the tuition/direct fees paid by the student. Tuition/direct fees vary depending on the courses that are taken. For more information about Tuition Fees, including the calculation of fees for a particular program of study, refer to USQ Fees.

International fees

International students pay tuition fees. For details about international student fees, refer to the International Fee Schedule provided by USQ International.

Program structure

The program is designed for part-time attendance in the on-campus mode but may, with approval, be taken on a full-time basis. It is completed by coursework only. There are no practicum or research requirements. It contains eight courses of study.

Required time limits

Students have a maximum of 4 years to complete this program.

IT requirements

Computers can play an important role in the studying and learning process, and students are strongly encouraged to make use of up-to-date computer technology to facilitate learning, and in the production of assessment material. Many courses make use of the Internet through online discussion groups and course web pages. Some courses require substantial access to a computer because computer software or CDROMs are integral to the material being taught in the course.

Therefore, when considering the suitability of current computer access and/or the purchase of a new computer, students may need to take into account the courses they will study, and any special requirements of particular courses. Students may be able to study successfully for many courses with a computer sufficient to run one of the current word-processing and spreadsheet programs. All students, particularly those studying in external mode, are strongly encouraged to have access to the Internet and to have a computer capable of running the latest versions of Internet web browsers such as Netscape Communicator or Internet Explorer.

To achieve this level of capacity, the following standards are recommended as a minimum:

• Windows based Computers: Pentium 500MHz or equivalent, 128Mb RAM, 10Gb free Hard disk space, 24 x CD ROM, mouse, sound card with speakers, video card - 64MB VRAM, Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP (preferred), 56K v.90 modem

• Macintosh Computers: Mac System 8.1, 128 Mb RAM, 10GB free Hard disk space, System 8.1,Windows XP Home Edition, mouse, sound card with speakers, 24 x CD ROM drive, 56K v.90 modem that is flash upgrade-able, 10/100 Ethernet card. The University is installing a wireless network for on-campus students’ computers. In order to take advantage of this facility and further enhance their on-campus learning environment, students should consider purchasing a notebook/laptop computer with wireless connectivity. A notebook/laptop may be required for some courses.

In this section:

• Recommended enrolment pattern - Full-time
• Recommended enrolment pattern - Part-time

Recommended enrolment pattern - Full-time

Recommended enrolment pattern - Part-time