MR-PSYCR v.1 Master of Research (Psychology)
Course CRICOS Code: 0102163
Registered full-time Duration:
2 Years
Course Overview
Master Degrees (Research) prepare students to apply advanced knowledge for research, scholarship and further learning corresponding to AQF level 9 qualifications.
This research course develops a strong critical and problem solving approach to professional practice in Psychology. The course forms a basis for the professional development of experts able to plan, analyse, evaluate, conduct and communicate the outcomes of sophisticated research and development problems.
Course Accreditation
This course is accredited in Australia by the Australian Psychology Council.
Professional Recognition
Graduates of this course in Australia may be recognised by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Graduates of this course in Australia are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and full registration as a psychologist.
Course Accreditation Status
This course has been accredited by the professional body APAC from the 28th October 2019 to 31 December 2022.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Overview Note
It is a requirement that two-thirds of this course is undertaken by research and only one-third by coursework.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for a Master by Research are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://research.curtin.edu.au/postgraduate-research/future-research-students/entry-requirements/. Applicants who are admitted into an end-on Honours degree at Curtin, but who are yet to be awarded their Honours are eligible for entry. Applicants must achieve a result for their Bachelor Honours of first or upper second class. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met. Upon entry, applicants will forgo their Honours qualification for credit towards their Master degree. Their Honours remains an exit award for the Master degree.
This course is only available to current Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) students at Curtin. Only applicants who achieve a final Honours grade of 2A or above are eligible.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/non-school-leavers/rpl.cfm
Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to Doctoral degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au
Course Organisation
Master Degrees (Research) require students to undertake an approved research program leading to a thesis for independent examination; they may include advanced level coursework studies.
The content of the degree should be determined in consultation with the Director Graduate Studies within the relevant School. Students without prior studies in research methods and statistical data analysis will be required to undertake relevant preparatory units. This will increase the stated course duration.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. Demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on that knowledge and its application
2. Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge or practice
3. Generate and evaluate complex ideas and concepts at an abstract level
4. Design, use and evaluate research and research methods
5. Design, evaluate, implement, analyse, theorise and disseminate research that makes an original contribution to knowledge
6. Communicate and present a coherent and sustained argument and to disseminate research concepts, plans and results to the general community, peers and national and international research community
Duration and Availability
One to two years of full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Research Term 1 | Y | ||||
| 2021 | Bentley Perth Campus | Research Term 2 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Research Term 1 | Y | ||||
| 2022 | Bentley Perth Campus | Research Term 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Research Term 1 | |||||
| PSYC6016 | v.1 | Research Thesis - Psychology | |||
Further Information
If you need more course information, you may contact the relevant areas: For Current Students: Student Services Office, please click here for further details: http://students.curtin.edu.au/contact_offices.cfm. For Domestic Future Students: Curtin Connect Future Students, enquiries: https://future.connect.curtin.edu.au/ , Tel: +61-1300 222 888. For International Future Students: Curtin International, email: international@curtin.edu.au, Tel: +61-8-9266 7331.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within a normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
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International students
International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication may not be applicable to international students, refer to international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.
