Master of Psychology (Organisational)

What you will study

To complete the Master of Psychology (Organisational), you must pass 16 credit points. This includes:

•  Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in your first study period
• 16 credit points of core units.

Core units

Level 1 - Trimester 1

• Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points)
• An Introduction to Organisational Psychology
• Psychological Assessment in Organisations
• Issues in Professional Organisational Psychology
• Research Thesis A

Level 1 - Trimester 2

• Facilitation, Training and Evaluation in Organisations
• Organisational Placement 1
• Applied Methodology for Organisational Analysis
• Research Thesis B

Level 2 - Trimester 1

• Organisational Development and Change Management
• Organisational Placement 2
• Research Thesis C
• Organisational Intervention Strategies and Skills

Level 2 - Trimester 2

• Organisational Placement 3
• Occupational Health and Wellbeing
• Research Thesis D
• Leadership Assessment, Development and Coaching

Entry requirements

Selection is based on a holistic consideration of your academic merit, work experience, likelihood of success, availability of places, participation requirements, regulatory requirements and individual circumstances. You must meet the minimum academic and English language proficiency requirements to be considered for selection, but this does not guarantee admission.

This course has limited places and entry is competitive. As you know, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply soon.

Academic requirements.

To be considered for admission to this degree, you will need to meet all the following criteria:

• Completion of a four-year tertiary program with a psychology major from an APAC accredited program with a minimum of an Honours 2A average or equivalent. Applicants who completed a four-year psychology program more than 10 years ago must articulate how they have maintained recency of Level 2 Pre-Professional Competencies.
• Eligibility for registration as a provisional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.

International applicants will need to have their qualifications assessed by APS to determine if the applicant's qualifications are comparable to an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) sequence of study in psychology. Further information regarding international qualification assessment can be found at the Australian Psychological Society.

Either an honours program or the combination of a three-year undergraduate degree, including a psychology major and an approved postgraduate program. The Australian Psychological Society must assess it as equivalent if you are applying with an international qualification.

English language proficiency requirements

To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree from a recognised English-speaking country.
• IELTS overall score of 7.0 (with no band score less than 7.0) or equivalent.
• Other evidence of English language proficiency (learn more about other ways to satisfy the requirements).

Non-academic requirements

You'll need to provide two referee reports with your application if you don't mind. Two academic referees are preferred, but where an applicant cannot seek a second academic referee, a professional referee may be suitable if they are in a position to respond to the criteria assessed in the referee reports. Information on obtaining and sharing references can be found at the Psychology Reference Portal.

Preferred referees include 4th-year supervisors and course directors from your university. However, we will also consider other academic referees who have working relationships within psychology. You don't need to include referee information through the Deakin University direct application portal.

Just so you know, the Psychology Reference Portal will be temporarily closed from 28 June, 5:00 PM, until 1 August, 9:00 AM AEST. Please ensure you have nominated Deakin as a Higher Education Provider (HEP) for any existing references before 28.

Recognition of Prior Learning

The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning, which exceeds the standard entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students must complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. For certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.

You can also refer to the recognition of prior learning (RPL) system, which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

Organisational psychology is the fastest-growing area of psychology in Australia and the United States. Organisations have come to appreciate the contribution that organisational psychologists can make in personnel selection, employee motivation, teamwork, employee engagement, communication skills, stress management, employee evaluation, job satisfaction, efficiency and productivity. As a registered and accredited organisational psychologist, you may find employment in one of the many organisations or industries employing psychologists with this specialisation.

Learning outcomes

• Apply an advanced and integrated theoretical and practical knowledge of the principles underlying organisational psychology to inform solutions to organisational issues.
• Meaningfully communicate complex knowledge and ideas to clients, health professionals and other stakeholders, demonstrating sound judgement, adaptability and responsibility in various contexts.
• Apply advanced skills to select appropriate digital tools to find, use and disseminate information.
• Identify, analyse, critically evaluate and synthesise complex information, problems, ideas, concepts and theories in organisational psychology.
• Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts to compare and contrast multiple approaches in problem-solving; select the appropriate methodology and use initiative to solve a range of diverse problems within the field of organisational psychology.
• Display a high level of self-management through reflection, continual improvement and learning and seeking appropriate supervision that reinforces the importance of responsibility and accountability for professional development.
• Identify, establish and maintain collaborative professional relationships, demonstrating professionalism, responsibility and accountability with diverse client groups and other professionals.
• Demonstrate awareness, responsiveness and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, religious, social and political backgrounds to enhance professional and ethical practice within diverse social, cultural and environmental contexts, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Estimated first-year tuition fee in 2025: $38,400 (domestic full-fee paying place)

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of eight credit points (typically eight units) per year.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

• The number of units studied per term.
• The choice of major or specialisation.
• Choice of units.
• 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.