Adelaide University
Master of Psychology (Organisational and Human Factors)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
Boost productivity, champion diversity and help shape the future of work by creating healthier, more inclusive and socially responsible workplaces.
Course overview
Through a blend of coursework, 1000 hours of industry placements and research, you’ll explore the dynamics of teamwork and leadership. Acquire evidence-based strategies to promote adaptability and resilience in the workplace. Discover how to motivate employees and gain insights into emerging trends like remote work, diversity and organisational change.
You’ll develop the skills to contribute across the entire work lifecycle, from recruitment and career development to performance management and leadership. Build your expertise in undertaking psychological assessments and professional practice.
Graduates are ready to make a significant impact – not only within organisations, but on broader societal issues like unemployment, workforce development and economic growth.
Key features
- Gain a qualification that enables you to become eligible to apply for registration as a psychologist.
- Benefit from small class sizes with top organisational psychologists and educators.
- Learn how to improve productivity and well-being in the workplace.
- Study organisational development, recruitment, performance management, organisational culture, leadership and more.
- Develop practical skills in three hands-on industry placements totalling 1000 hours.
- Connect with potential employers in a variety of organisations and sectors.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 96 units comprising:
- 72 units for all core courses
- 24 units for all work integrated learning
Unless otherwise indicated, each course is worth six units.
Complete 72 units for all of the following:
- Evidence-based Practice (Organisational and Human Factors)
- Professional Practice (Psychology)
- Psychological Assessment (Organisational and Human Factors)
- Organisational Behaviour and Management
- Human Resource Management (PG)
- Contemporary Organisational Psychology
- Human Factors
- Research Project in (O&HF) Psychology I (12 units)
- Research Project in (O&HF) Psychology II (18 units)
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed four-year psychology honours degree with at least an upper second class or equivalent overall mark, or an equivalent degree that is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council; AND
- Undertake the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT); AND
- Provide two referee reports via the HODSPA – VTAC reference portal system; AND
- Attend an interview, if invited.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Adelaide University is committed to recognising the contribution of students’ prior learning towards their program requirements.
Credit may be granted for formal, informal and non-formal learning, with guidance on eligibility provided to prospective students in a clear, transparent and publicly available credit framework.
Credit determinations will be:
- Evidence-based, equitable and transparent.
- Academically sound.
- Applied consistently, fairly and subject to review.
Credit will be granted for prior learning that is relevant and equivalent to the learning required for the courses for which credit is sought.
Credit will only be granted if it:
- Maintains the credibility and integrity of the program for which credit is sought.
- Does not contravene the conditions of the program’s professional accreditation.
- Does not disadvantage the student’s ability to achieve the expected course or program learning outcomes.
For more information, contact the university or visit its website.
Outcomes
- Explore key areas such as organisational development, recruitment and assessment, performance management, teamwork, leadership, work stress, organisational culture, career development, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and more.
- Apply your skills under the guidance of experienced organisational psychologists, honing your critical thinking, interpersonal abilities and cultural sensitivity.
Fees and CSP
Estimated student contribution amount per 1.0 EFTSL (48 units) in 2026: $17,399 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Commonwealth-supported students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution. Where the duration of the program is less than one year, the total cost of the program is displayed.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
A Commonwealth Supported Place is a higher education place where the Australian Government subsidises your fees so that you only pay a portion through a student contribution amount.
The amount of student contribution you’ll pay depends on:
- Number of courses you are enrolled in.
- Unit value of courses.
- Funding cluster your courses fall under.
A HECS-HELP loan allows students to borrow from the Australian Government to cover some or all of their student contribution. To be eligible for HECS-HELP, you must be studying in a Commonwealth Supported Place.
