Guiding people in their journey to

emotional wellness through a

Master of Guidance and Counselling

Evolve  yourself as you 

Transform  others

As the 21st century continues to bring rapid changes, human, educational, and employment needs are becoming increasingly complex. Thus, a profession in guidance and counselling is also evolving into a multifaceted career to be able to support the social and emotional well-being of individuals and communities and help them thrive in such environments. The Master of Guidance and Counselling (MGC) program provides advanced academic and practical training in the professional discipline of counselling, which is designed to meet the developmental needs of individuals pursuing a career in counselling, as well as those seeking to develop important interpersonal skills in other professions.

Discover Master of Guidance and Counselling with Associate Professor Dr Frederick Low

The Master of Guidance and Counselling (MGC) here has produced qualified counsellors in Singapore for over 15 years.

Dr. Frederick Low

Associate Professor of Counselling at James Cook University, Singapore,

President of the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

Career Outlook 

The MGC course prepares graduates to become professionally equipped counsellors in a variety of industries. Alternatively, those not wishing to pursue the professional counselling route can advance professionally via enrichment of their people skills, knowledge, and self-awareness to become more empowered personally and professionally within their contexts of choice. 

Industry snapshot 

  • Schools, colleges, institutes and universities
  • Family service centres & social service agencies
  • Hospitals, hospice, residential care facilities
  • Prisons, probation and other correctional services
  • Ministries, ie. MSF, MHA, MOH, MOE
  • Workplaces, MNCs
  • Private practices
  • Family justice courts

Empower & educate compassionately with a 

Master of Guidance and Counselling

from James Cook University, Singapore

5 Stars

FOR TEACHING, RESEARCH, FACILITIES, EMPLOYABILITY, GOOD GOVERNANCE, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT, GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT AND OVERALL

2024 QS Stars Rankings

Top 2%

IN THE WORLD

 

 

2024 ShanghaiRanking Academic Ranking of World Universities as a percentage of higher education providers in the International Association of Universities (IAU) database.

5 Stars

FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT, GRADUATE STARTING SALARY, STUDENT TEACHER RATIO AND SOCIAL EQUITY

 

2024 Good Universities Guide

A member of IRUA

INNOVATIVE RESEARCH UNIVERSITIES AUSTRALIA

 

As one of the world's leading universities focusing on the tropics, James Cook University is committed to inclusive excellence in teaching and research in Australia.

Practicum

SUPPORT PROVIDED

 

Students are supported in sourcing and making arrangements for practicum placements.

Recognised

COUNSELLOR TRAINING

 

The course has the advantage of being formally recognised as an initial counsellor training course by the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC). The same course delivered in our Australian campus is also accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA)*.

*The Master of Guidance & Counselling is accredited in Australia with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). This accreditation is nationally recognised and indicates that the course meets the Australian industry standard. This course is delivered in Australia as well as in Singapore. If graduates of this course relocate and reside in Australia, they are eligible to apply for Level 2 professional membership with ACA, providing evidence they reside and practice in Australia and meet ACA’s current membership eligibility requirements.

Course Preview  On-the-go 

 What type of professionals come onto the program?

Is this a part-time program? What is the course duration?

How are the classes conducted?

Do I have to go through practicum? What is the structure like?

Discover all you need to know about the MGC program at JCU Singapore with

Dr. Kristina Burgetova, Adjunct Senior Lecturer, and

Associate Professor Frederick PK Low, Counselling.

Read success stories from our game-changing alumni 

Learn from full-time academics

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