Master of Educational Psychology (By Research) / Doctor of Philosophy
A combined research master’s and PhD programme in educational psychology at the University of Melbourne.
Best for:Best for psychology graduates with an APAC-accredited honours degree who seek to advance their research and professional practice in educational psychology through a combined master’s and PhD pathway.
Overview
This integrated programme at the University of Melbourne allows students to pursue both a Master of Educational Psychology (By Research) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in educational psychology. It is designed for applicants who wish to develop advanced research skills while gaining professional experience in educational psychology. The programme provides a strong theoretical foundation and supervised practical experience, culminating in an original research project. Applicants must already be accepted into the Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental) and be in their first year before applying for the combined programme. Supervision and a research proposal are key prerequisites for admission.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research in educational psychology under faculty supervision.
- Develop advanced research skills and methodologies for psychological studies.
- Engage in supervised professional practice to enhance practical expertise.
- Write and defend a substantial research proposal (5000–6000 words).
- Collaborate with supervisors to design and execute research projects.
- Present research findings at academic conferences or workshops.
Requirements
Degree required: An Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited four-year undergraduate sequence in psychology (including a three-year major in psychology plus a fourth-year honours specialisation) with a minimum weighted average mark of 75% (H2A) or equivalent, completed within the last 10 years.
Degree offered: Master of Educational Psychology (By Research) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for academic work).
Instruction: English
- Experience in academic research or psychology-related projects.
- Strong writing skills for research proposals and academic papers.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with supervisors.
- Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Must have been accepted into the Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental) and be in the first year of the master’s programme before applying.
- Research proposal of 5000–6000 words must be completed prior to application.
- Written support from a principal supervisor for the thesis is required.
Funding & terms
Programme and admissions
Admissions not verified
A catalogue listing does not mean applications are open or funding is guaranteed. Check the source for your intake.
- Intake
- Not confirmed by the source
- Duration
- Not confirmed by the source
- Teaching language
- Not confirmed by the source
- Taught / research mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Study mode
- Not confirmed by the source
- Campus
- Not confirmed by the source
- Prerequisites
- Not confirmed by the source
- Application instructions
- Not confirmed by the source
- Tuition
- Not confirmed by the source
- Funding
- Not confirmed by the source
How to apply
Deadline: unknown
Applicants must first be accepted into the Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental) programme. After completing the first year, they can apply for the combined Master of Educational Psychology (By Research) / Doctor of Philosophy. Submit a research proposal (5000–6000 words) and obtain written support from a principal supervisor.
- CV or resume
- Research proposal (5000–6000 words)
- Written support letter from a principal supervisor
- Transcripts of APAC-accredited psychology degree
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Create a free profile to unlock your personal match score, the full requirements, funding details and how to apply — in English or Persian.