Develop advanced research skills while studying to be an educational psychology practitioner by completing a PhD in educational psychology. With a focus on early childhood development, learning issues, mental health, life transitions and promoting wellbeing across the lifespan, you’ll gain grounding in the theoretical, conceptual and empirical foundations of educational psychology. Real-life learning Gain placements in a range of settings, including: primary and secondary schools, early learning centres, colleges, clinics, hospitals, private practice and community settings. Accreditation Successful completion of the course qualifies graduates to practice as a registered psychologist and become a Member of the Australian Psychological Society and Associate Member of the College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists. Internationally recognised supervisors We're home to a number of internationally recognised education experts, and at the cutting edge of teaching and research. Course structure Up to 4 years full-time or 8 years part-time Coursework and research, comprising: 100 points of coursework in the first year (or equivalent for part time students) 150 points of further coursework throughout the final three years 1000 hours of supervised fieldwork 80,000 word PhD thesis. Careers Become qualified to work as an educational psychologist with expert skills in counselling, psychological assessment, research methods, intervention, group work, consultation and multidisciplinary team work. In addition, through your major research project, you will gain advanced research skills. EDUCATION You may find work in schools and other education settings as a: Psychologist Student counsellor Welfare coordinator. GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY Many of our graduates find work in government education and health departments, and agencies treating children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. HOSPITALS AND PRIVATE PRACTISE Graduates with interests outside of the field of education can seek positions in clinics, hospitals and private psychological practice. ACADEMIA You could become a thought-leader and undertake your own research at universities in Australia and overseas. Accreditation Successful completion of the course qualifies graduates to practice as a registered psychologist and become a Member of the Australian Psychological Society and Associate Member of the College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists.