Master of Industrial and Organisational Psychology
- 2 years
- Duration
- 48,000 AUD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Perth / Australia
- Location
Program description
Nine coursework modules, a research thesis, and 1000 hours of practical placement in three distinct settings are all part of the two-year, full-time Master of Industrial and Organizational Psychology program.
The specialty field of industrial and organizational psychology applies psychological knowledge and abilities to workplaces in an effort to enhance work-life balance and organizational success.
Determining the fundamentals of individual, group, and organizational behavior and using this understanding to solve issues at work are the main goals of the specialization.
The acquired skills align with the fundamental core competencies and qualities needed for postgraduate professional courses by the Australian Psychological Society's (APS) College of Organizational Psychologists and the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Program structure
Core (take all units (96 points):
- PSYC5513 Research Methods in Applied Settings (6)
- PSYC5514 Assessment and Selection (6)
- PSYC5515 Organisational Development and Change (6)
- PSYC5547 MIOP Professional Practice and Ethics (6)
- PSYC5548 MIOP Practical Placement 1 (6)
- PSYC5549 MIOP Practical Placement 2 (12)
- PSYC5551 MIOP Practical Placement 3 (12)
- PSYC5559 Psychology of Leadership and Coaching (6)
- PSYC5573 Psychology of Training (6)
- PSYC5610 Psychology Dissertation Part 1 (12)
- PSYC5613 Psychology Dissertation Part 2 (12)
- PSYC5830 Health, Safety, and Human Factors at Work (6)
Price
- Tuition fee — 48,000 AUD per year.
Requirements for applicants
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have
- an accredited bachelor's honours degree in psychology with at least an upper second class Honours (2A), or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia or the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. The Honours degree in psychology must be completed within the past 10 years at the time of application or you must be provisionally or generally registered as a psychologist with AHPRA at the time of application;
- Applicants must be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
English competency
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.
About the university
With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.
In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.
Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.
As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.
Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.
