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Department of Psychology

Postgraduate Application Information for Future Students

The below advice is for local students, International applicants will need to apply through Macquarie International
Future students will find much more information on postgraduate studies including postgraduate news and Coming Events at Macquarie University's postgraduate pages.

Application Instructions and Information

For first half-year intake please have all forms submitted by no later than the 31st of October each year.
For the mid-year intake (selected programs only) please have all forms submitted by no later than the 31st of May each year

Organisational Psychology and Organisational Behaviour

Applications to the the Master of Organisational Psychology or Postgraduate Diploma in Organisational Behaviour are to be lodged with the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
In addition to the online UAC application applicants are required to lodge supplementary paperwork directly with the Psychology Department.

Forms and documentation required for application:

  • UAC Cover Sheet Download
  • Online UAC application
  • Supplementary Details form and Referee Reports Download
  • Cover Letter and curriculum vitae

Please also ensure that all qualification and identity documents are submitted as directed by UAC

Mailing address for supplementary documentation:
The Psychology Postgraduate Office
Building C3A Office 513
Department of Psychology
Macquarie University NSW 2109

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Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology

Applications to the clinical psychology and/or clinical neuropsychology programs are made directly to the university.
In addition to the application form students must submit a supplementary form and two referee reports.

Mailing Address for completed applications:
Coursework Studies Section - PG
Lincoln Building C8A
Macquarie University NSW 2109

Please read each form carefully as each contains the instructions for completion. Referees may wish to submit their reports directly to the Psychology Department; applicants may also need submit late supplementary materials such as transcripts following submission of their application to Coursework Studies.

Mailing address for supplementary documentation:
The Psychology Postgraduate Office
Building C3A Office 513
Department of Psychology
Macquarie University NSW 2109

Forms and documentation required for each application:

  • Postgraduate Coursework Application Form Download
  • Supplementary Form and Referee Reports Download

Please also ensure that all qualification and identity documents are submitted as directed on the coursework application form

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Doctor of Psychology (DPSYCH)

Applications to the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology or Organisational Psychology are to be made directly to the University. Eligible applicants must must demonstrate completion of prerequisite units prior to applying. The pre-requisite units can be completed in the related Master of Psychology programs or through a similar APAC accredited degrees.

Applicants not currently enrolled in a Master of Psychology or equivalent APAC accredited program will first need to gain entry to the masters program and apply to the doctoral program following completion of the prerequisite units.

Forms and documentation required for each application:

  • Postgraduate Coursework Application Form Download
  • Supplementary Form and Referee Reports Download
  • Research Proposal (applicant to supply)

Please also ensure that all qualification and identity documents are submitted as directed on the coursework application form

Mailing address for completed applications:
The Psychology Postgraduate Office
Building C3A Office 513
Department of Psychology
Macquarie University NSW 2109

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Master of Philosophy (MPhil)


Local students admitted to a DPSYCH program may elect to undertake the research component of the degree in the Master of Philosophy (MPhil). DPSYCH Students with a completed MPhil in a related area of research may receive exemption from the DPSYCH research units PSY969 Doctoral Dissertation 1 and PSY970 Doctoral Dissertation 2.

Research topics must be approved by the respective program directors in order to meet DPSYCH research criteria and students are advise to seek advice from the Postgraduate Office (C3A513) prior to applying.

Forms and documentation required for each application:

  • HDR Candidature Application Form Download
  • Supplementary Form and Referee Reports Download
  • Research Proposal (applicant to supply)

Please also ensure that all qualification and identity documents are submitted as directed on the coursework application form

Applications to the MPhil should be lodged at the same time as the DPSYCH application, alternative application times may be arranged with the Postgraduate Office.

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