Shortage
High Shortage
50% of occupations
Australia · Health & Care
Psychology & Mental Health
Psychological science, clinical practice, counselling and mental health interventions.
Salary range
A$140K–140K
Median A$140,000
2035 outlook
+31.0%
growing
PR signal
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Credentials & pathway
Pathway type
Study Field
Duration
4–5 years
Qualifications
Bachelor · Master · Doctorate
Education fields
Society and Culture · Health
3-year Bachelor + 1-year Honours + 2-year Master (6-year pathway to registration). Clinical psychology requires Doctorate.
Where this leads
Providers & tuition
Cost benchmark — verify before applying
| Provider | Annual fee | Duration | QS |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Melbourne | A$46,000 | 3 yr | #13 |
| University of Sydney | A$50,000 | 3 yr | #18 |
| University of Queensland | A$42,000 | 3 yr | #40 |
| Monash University | A$44,000 | 3 yr | #37 |
| Macquarie University | A$41,000 | 3 yr | #130 |
| Western Sydney University | A$32,000 | 3 yr | #421 |
Data notice
Labour-market signals are derived from mapped occupations, not a guarantee. Verify fees, CRICOS registration, licensing and visa eligibility with the relevant provider and regulator.
JSA Occupation Shortage List 2025JSA Employment ProjectionsABS 6306.0 Employee EarningsCRICOS Course DataCost snapshot · CRICOS feesVerified 2026-07-18