University of the Sunshine Coast
Master of Mental Health and Neuroscience
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 18 months
Become research-ready and prepared for the future of mental health and neuroscience.
Course overview
This fully online Master's program provides a pathway to higher research or academia and offers a continuation for those who have completed a Graduate Diploma. Studying through Unisc’s Thompson Institute, you will learn from experts who are not only at the forefront of mental health and neuroscience research, education and advocacy but also translate the latest science into mental health practice to improve lives.
You will also learn about the growing role of advanced neuroimaging techniques in research, diagnosis and treatment, as well as new approaches to mental health treatment, such as brain stimulation. Areas of focus include youth mental health, advanced neuroimaging, suicide prevention, brain ageing, neurocognition, lifestyle factors and stress-related disorders, including post-traumatic stress disorder. This highly interactive program offers regular contact with your course coordinator and fellow students. Its online format provides various stimulating, high-quality resources to capture your attention and learning.
Key facts
What you will study
The Master of Mental Health and Neuroscience comprises 11 courses (144 units). Unless otherwise indicated, each course is worth 12 units.
Specialised courses
- Research Principles in Mental Health and Neuroscience
- Mental Health and Neuroscience: Translational Research
- Youth Mental Health and Neurobiology
- Neuroimaging Advances in Mental Health
- Understanding and Preventing Suicide
- Healthy Brain Ageing
- Neurocognition and Mental Health
- Stress-Related Disorders
- Lifestyle Factors and Mental Health
- Research Perspectives and Implementation A
- Research Perspectives and Implementation B (24 units)
Entry requirements
To be considered for admission, candidates must hold an undergraduate degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution in a relevant discipline, as determined by the Program Coordinator.
Relevant disciplines include science, medical science, nursing, medicine, psychology, health science, pharmacy, counselling, occupational therapy, paramedicine, speech pathology and social work.
Special selection criteria
Applicants must also complete a Personal Statement Form (up to 500 words) detailing the following:
- What motivates you to choose the Master's in Mental Health and Neuroscience program?
- How do your previous studies and experience align with the degree?
There are limited places available for this program to ensure each student has a high-quality research project. Offers will be made based on academic achievement and personal statements, which are evaluated holistically by a small team of teaching staff. All documentation must be submitted by the application closing date. Applications that are not complete by the closing date will not be accepted.
English language requirements
Anyone intending to study at UniSC needs to meet the minimum English language requirements for their chosen program. Contact the university for more details.
Recognition of Prior Learning
UniSC offers credit for prior learning consistent with the Australian Qualifications Framework and general practice in the Australian Higher Education sector. If you've completed prior study or have relevant work experience, you may, under specified conditions, be eligible for credit towards your UniSC degree.
Credit precedents
- Students who have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Neuroscience or the Graduate Diploma in Mental Health and Neuroscience will be entitled to full course credit.
- Students coming in with 48 units of credit or above will need to study part-time.
Contact the university for more information.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative fee in 2025: $24,558 (domestic full-fee paying place)
This is an indicative fee for one year of full-time study. Actual fees will change based on courses selected and are subject to yearly increases.
Student fees may vary per:
- The number of courses studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of courses.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
