Master of Psychology (Organisational/Industrial Psychology)/PhD

This course is not open for new applications.

The following information is provided for existing students already enrolled in the course.

The organisational/industrial psychology program offers postgraduate qualifications for psychologists proposing to work in industry, commerce, private practice, or the public service. The course aims to develop applied psychological skills that integrate theory, research and practice appropriate to various organisational settings. Building on undergraduate training and the required practical experience, the program provides graduates with advanced knowledge to enable them to enhance motivation, performance, personal development, work safety and satisfaction of humans in organisations.

Particular strengths of the program include a strong quantitative basis, making graduates highly desirable in the job market. In addition, the program offers a wide range of placement opportunities, particularly in the areas of management consulting, market research and human resources. Students have a choice between companies and non-commercial organisations, as well as between large and small organisations. All placements are fully supervised by registered psychologists within these organisations.

The aim of this stream is to prepare students for the professional practice of psychology in organisational contexts by combining academic learning, research training, and practical experience. Graduates are expected to acquire an understanding of: how organisations function; assessment, intervention and evaluation methods; effective communication with colleagues and clients; ergonomics and occupational health and safety issues; research skills appropriate for use in organisations; and the professional and ethical responsibilities of working as a psychologist in organisations.

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PhD: A range of University policies and procedures apply to students enrolled in Higher Degrees by Research.

• Candidature (enrolment)
• Examinations
• Courses and course structures
• Academic progress
• Preparation of the thesis
• Selection and admission
• Management of research data and records

In order to satisfy the requirements of the combined Master of Psychology (Organisational/Industrial)/PhD, students must complete the following subjects:

Plus two electives from the following list:

Since the purpose of study is training for an academic/research career, eligible applicants must normally possess either: (1) a Masters degree in psychology of an appropriate honours standard; or (2) a degree including an accredited four-year sequence in psychology (or its equivalent) of at least H1 (or High Distinction) standard in the fourth year of study. Admission also depends on supervision and resource availability.

Selection is based primarily on teh student's academic performance. The personal suitability, however, of each student as assessed by referees' reports and interview will also be taken into account.

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards of Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.

The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit Website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/

PhD

All candidates are required to complete the equivalent of at least six months full-time (12 months part-time) advanced study and research at the University unless studying at an outside institution approved by the Research Higher Degrees Committee (RHDC). The RHDC will not approve entirely distance supervision or entirely on-line supervision for research higher degree students.

Throughout their candidature candidates are expected to attend the University in order to benefit from planning, conducting and writing up their research within a University community and environment.

The residency requirement is deemed especially important during the first six months of candidature. During this time the student is expected to interact on a regular basis with the supervisor, the department (including staff and other research students) and the University, so as:

• to build the skills and knowledge necessary to carry out the proposed research program
• to acquire an understanding of the standards and requirements for a research higher degree awarded by the University
• to make use of support programs and facilities provided by the University throughout candidature.

There will be no intake into this course from 2012 onward.