Master of Counselling MCouns

at University of Auckland

Programme structure

The programme includes lectures, discussions, student presentations, skills laboratories, seminars, workshops, group work, individual investigation and self-directed study. Practicum work in community settings is supervised on-site by counselling practitioners and overseen by University staff. Your research portfolio will be guided by at least one supervisor.

120-point programme:

• 30 points: Advanced Counselling Practicum (PROFCOUN 730)
• 90 points: Research Portfolio (PROFCOUN 795) or (Thesis PROFCOUN 796)

240-point programme:

• 90 points: Counselling Laboratory (PROFCOUN 701), The Counselling Process (PROFCOUN 705), Cultural Issues in Counselling (PROFCOUN 706), Professional Issues in Counselling (PROFCOUN 708), Research and Counselling (PROFCOUN 709)
• 30 points from Education Professional Studies, Education, Professional Counselling, Professional Supervision, Social Work Health Practice, or a 700-level course in another subject as approved by the Programme Director.
• 30 points: Advanced Counselling Practicum (PROFCOUN 730)
• 90 points: Research Portfolio (PROFCOUN 795) or (Thesis PROFCOUN 796)

Programme requirements

Study option
Research
120 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
5.0
 
Postgraduate study in counselling

Study option
Research
240 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
5.0
 
An undergraduate degree

Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5
 

Further programme requirements
 

You must have completed one year of postgraduate study in counselling or counselling theory, following an undergraduate degree, at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will need a GPE of 5.0 in the most advanced courses taken.

You also must have at least three years’ practical experience in teaching, counselling, nursing, social work or a similar profession.

Admission is subject to a satisfactory interview, police check/s, safety checks, previous employment and referees’ reports.

Note: If you already hold a masters degree in counselling, you may not be admitted to this programme.

2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$7,914 – $8,068.80

International students
NZ$36,800

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Where could this programme take you?

This programme is suitable for experienced and aspiring individuals who are looking to both broaden and advance their careers as counselling professionals.

Jobs related to this programme

• Counsellor in community settings
• Counsellor in government agencies (such as ACC, Corrections Department)
• Counsellor in private practice
• Counsellor in schools, and other secondary and tertiary settings
• Health and welfare services counsellor
• Human resource counsellor
• Not-for-profit agency counsellor