Master of Psychology (Organisational and Human Factors)
Prepare for a career as a registered organisational psychologist with hands-on industry placements and research.
Best for:Best for psychology graduates seeking to specialise in organisational psychology, with a focus on workplace dynamics, leadership, and evidence-based human factors.
Overview
This Master of Psychology (Organisational and Human Factors) at the University of Adelaide is one of only five accredited programmes of its kind in Australia. It combines coursework, 1000 hours of supervised industry placements, and research to equip students with expertise in workplace psychology. Graduates gain skills in leadership, team dynamics, employee motivation, and psychological assessments, addressing challenges like remote work, diversity, and organisational change. The programme is designed to prepare students for registration as psychologists specialising in work and organisational contexts, with a focus on broader societal impacts such as workforce development and economic growth.
What you'll do
- Complete a blend of coursework covering organisational psychology theories and practices.
- Engage in 1000 hours of supervised industry placements to gain practical experience in workplace settings.
- Conduct research projects focused on workplace dynamics, leadership, and human factors.
- Develop evidence-based strategies to promote adaptability, resilience, and employee well-being.
- Learn to undertake psychological assessments and apply professional practice standards.
- Contribute to broader societal issues such as unemployment, workforce development, and economic growth.
Requirements
Degree required: A completed four-year psychology honours degree with at least an upper second-class honours (2:1) or equivalent overall mark, or an equivalent degree accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
Language: English proficiency (assumed for applicants with a psychology honours degree from an English-speaking institution).
Instruction: English
- Ability to undertake the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT).
- Strong academic background in psychology with a focus on organisational or human factors.
- Proficiency in conducting psychological assessments and applying professional practice standards.
- Applicants must have completed a four-year psychology honours degree with at least an upper second-class honours (2:1) or equivalent.
- Admission is competitive; meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.
- Applicants must be able to undertake the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT).
- Two referee reports are required via the HODSPA-VTAC reference portal system.
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Applicants must submit an online application through the University of Adelaide’s admissions portal. Required documents include a completed application form, proof of degree completion, referee reports via the HODSPA-VTAC reference portal, and results from the Casper Situational Judgement Test. An interview may be required for shortlisted candidates.
- Completed application form
- Proof of a completed four-year psychology honours degree or equivalent
- Two referee reports via the HODSPA-VTAC reference portal system
- Results from the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CSJT)
- Invitation for an interview (if applicable)
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