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How long does a course take?
We offer three “nested” levels of award qualifications. If you choose to study two units per semester (the maximum), you will complete your studies in the following timeframes:
If you choose to study one unit per semester, you will complete your studies in the following timeframes:
It is also possible for students to study single units.
What are the entry requirements?
You will need a medical degree to apply for the Psychiatric Medicine framework, whereas the Applied Mental Health Studies framework is open to a wide range of professionals.
Entry requirements are different for each course and may vary based on your skills, previous qualifications and experience.
How is the course delivered?
Online learning is the mode of delivery for all Applied Mental Health Studies and Psychiatric Medicine courses:
Can I study part-time?
You can choose to study either one or two units per semester, both of which are considered part-time loads. Students are encouraged to discuss options with a Cohort Convenor.
What is the work load?
You can expect to study for approximately 10 hours per week, for each unit. Some weeks this may be less, others it may be more (e.g. near assessment due dates).
Study activities may include participating in seminars, tutorials, web forums, learning activities, or completing readings.
This estimation is the same across all our units, regardless of whether you are enrolled at graduate certificate or master's level.
How do I change my unit enrolment or withdraw from the course?
All actions can be completed in myHETIconnect, 'Courses and Units' Tab.
It is important that you make changes to your enrolment before census date otherwise you will be liable for unit fees (including FEE-HELP) and will incur an academic penalty unless special circumstances apply.
How do I apply for an extension?
From Semester 2, 2020, if you are experiencing an unexpected circumstance, such as a misadventure, illness or accident, you can request an extension for up to one week in myHETIconnect 'Student Details & Request' Tab.
For assessment extensions of one week, you will not be required to submit supporting documentation. It is important that you apply before your assessment due date otherwise a late penalty will apply.
How do I apply for special consideration?
From Semester 2, 2020, if you are experiencing an unexpected circumstance, such as a misadventure, illness or accident, you can request special consideration for extensions of beyond two weeks in myHETIconnect 'Student Details & Request' Tab.
If you are affected by unexpected circumstances that require longer than one-week extension, you will need to upload supporting documentation to your request which will be reviewed by our Director Education and Training.
All notifications of assessment extensions and requests for special consideration will be managed through myHETIconnect.
A related document is the Special Consideration Policy.
How do I update my personal details?
You can update and manage your personal details via myHETIconnect.
I have a disability, or accessibility requirement, how do I get support?
When you apply online you will be invited to identify learning support needs and accessibility requirements. You will then be contacted by a member of our team who will work with you to determine appropriate supports for your studies.
If you would like to let us know about a disability or accessibility requirement after the application process has been completed, please contact a Cohort Convenor.
I would like to continue my studies, how do I re-enrol?
Each year you can access the online application to let us know which units you intend to study.
I have completed my studies, how do I graduate?
Congratulations on completing your studies! You do not need to do anything. We will contact you early in the year to confirm that you are eligible to graduate if you have not re-enrolled. Learn more about graduation.
