Master of Philosophy - Psychological Sciences
An internationally recognized research-based master's degree focused on developing advanced independent research skills in psychology.
Best for:Best for students with a strong research background in psychology seeking to develop advanced independent research skills.
Overview
The Master of Philosophy in Psychological Sciences at the University of Melbourne is a research-intensive postgraduate degree. It is designed for students who wish to cultivate advanced capabilities in conducting sustained, independent academic inquiry. Candidates are expected to produce a high-quality thesis that demonstrates a critical application of specialist knowledge. This work should represent an original contribution to the existing body of scholarship within the field of psychology.
What you'll do
- Conduct sustained and independent research in the field of psychological sciences.
- Develop advanced research methodologies and analytical skills.
- Engage in critical application of specialist knowledge to research problems.
- Produce a formal thesis contributing original scholarship to the discipline.
Requirements
Degree required: Four-year bachelor degree or a master's degree in a relevant discipline, including a research component equivalent to at least 25% of one year of full-time study.
Degree offered: Master of Philosophy
Language: English proficiency required for academic study.
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
- Academic achievement with a minimum weighted average of 75% or higher.
- Proficiency in research design and methodology relevant to psychology.
- Must hold a relevant four-year bachelor degree or master's degree.
- Must have completed a substantial research component in prior studies.
- Must meet the minimum academic average requirement of 75%.
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Interested applicants should visit the official University of Melbourne course page to review specific admission requirements and submission procedures. Applications are processed through the university's central graduate admissions portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of research experience
- Evidence of English proficiency
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