Explore the range of psychiatric disorders that you will see in clinical practice and develop an in-depth understanding of the nature of these and how to effectively recognise and treat them. You will learn to apply robust theoretical  concepts and cutting edge evidence based research findings in your clinical practice. You will also develop a broad understanding of the sociocultural differences that exist in our community as well as geographical region and their relationship to individuals and mental illness.

Advance your existing medical career

If you are a medical practitioner looking for an opportunity to advance your psychiatry knowledge, skills and career , this course is for you.

Fully accredited for training

Delivered by world leading experts from the Department of Psychiatry and accredited by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) for training purposes.

Students of this course will experience prevention techniques for affected mental health and strategies for improved quality of life for those affected by mental health challenges.

In this program, you will undertake study that meets the formal education course requirements as a trainee of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, gaining sufficient theoretical and clinical knowledge to pass the College exams. For non-psychiatry medical professionals looking to upskill, the Master offers many opportunities to build your knowledge and gain accreditation, CPD and training across an array of mental health issues. A Master qualification is also essential if you wish to pursue a PhD in the area.

Previous graduates of the program have gone on to have highly successful clinical careers as consultant psychiatrists. Others have become world leaders in their respective fields, establishing successful research units and securing millions of dollars in research funding. A high demand for skilled psychiatrists allows you to pursue many exciting opportunities both locally and internationally.

Master of Psychiatry students also have access to knowledge and expertise from other scientific and mental health fields. For example, Master students will have contact with additional research fields, including epidemiology, clinical services, sexually transmitted infection (STI) control, sex industry regulations, STIs in resource-poor countries, and maternal and child health.