Master of Organisational Psychology MOrgPsych at University of Auckland

About

Gain unique abilities, skills and knowledge to be highly competitive in the professional world of organisational psychology through a combination of research and taught courses. You’ll focus on applying the principles of individual, group and organisational behaviour to the solution of problems at work.

As an MOrgPsych graduate you’ll be well-prepared for work in industry, consulting and government, and to pursue an academic pathway toward a PhD.

Disciplines

Science

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

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Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Study option

Research 180 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

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Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

Taught 180 points Research 180 points

You must have:

Completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Graduate Diploma in Arts or Graduate Diploma in Science from this University, and a major in Psychology, or the Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology, or have equivalent prior study.

AND

Passed PSYCH 306 Research Methods in Psychology or an approved equivalent.

Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.

Further information is available on the School of Psychology website.

You must have:

Completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Graduate Diploma in Arts or Graduate Diploma in Science from this University, and a major in Psychology, or the Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology, or have equivalent prior study.

AND

Passed PSYCH 306 Research Methods in Psychology or an approved equivalent.

Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.

Further information is available on the School of Psychology website.

Other pathways to study

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Taught 120 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Study option

Research 180 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No bands below 6.0.

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Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

Taught 180 points Research 180 points

You must have:

Completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or Graduate Diploma in Psychology.

OR

Completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree or Graduate Diploma in a relevant subject.

AND

Passed a course in research methods for Psychology.

In exceptional circumstances admission may be granted where a student has attained at least three years of extensive relevant, practical professional or scholarly experience equivalent to the requirements above.

Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.

A separate supplementary application must be made to the School of Psychology by 1 December. Supplementary applications can be submitted from 1 October onwards.

You must have:

Completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or Graduate Diploma in Psychology.

OR

Completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree or Graduate Diploma in a relevant subject.

AND

Passed a course in research methods for Psychology.

In exceptional circumstances admission may be granted where a student has attained at least three years of extensive relevant, practical professional or scholarly experience equivalent to the requirements above.

Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.

A separate supplementary application must be made to the School of Psychology by 1 December. Supplementary applications can be submitted from 1 October onwards.

Career

Where could this programme take you?

Graduates of the programme will have knowledge and skills relevant to organisational roles, including knowledge of human behaviour and organisational functioning. They will be able to develop solutions to workplace problems. They will be critical thinkers and strong communicators. Graduates will also have knowledge and skills related to evaluating and planning research projects. They will have high professional and ethical standards.

Jobs related to this programme

Human resources adviser/manager
Organisational development specialist
Occupational health director
Director of talent management
Director of leadership training
Director of employee training
Project consultant/Manager
Solution consultant

Further study options

Doctor of Philosophy

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Studying human behaviour within a work context

Amy Templeman is working towards her Master of Organisational Psychology, researching job insecurity, emotional regulation, and feelings of authenticity at work.

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Fee Information

Tuition Fee

NZD 52,842

Application Fee

NZD

Master of Organisational Psychology MOrgPsych

University of Auckland

University of Auckland

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