Higher Degree Research Programs
Combined Degrees
Combined PhD/Coursework Masters in Psychology
Note: From 2003 onwards the combined programs may not be offered on an annual basis; call the Department for updated information on (02) 9850 8063
- PhD/Master of Clinical Neuropsychology
- PhD/Master of Clinical Psychology
- PhD/Master of Organisational Psychology
Admission requirements
An honours degree in psychology at first class level; expectation that applicant has an APA or equivalent; availability of a suitable and willing PhD supervisor; and acceptance for entry to coursework masters
Quota
It will be possible to admit only a limited number of students. In selecting candidates, particular consideration will be given to information which is provided on the Psychology Department supplementary information form. This form is available from this website or may be obtained from Ms Erin Thatcher telephone (02) 9850 8063 or from the Postgraduate Studies Section telephone (02) 9850 7488.
Length of Candidature
4 years full-time or 3 years full-time/2 years part-time
Attendance
Students enrolled in the combined degree will substitute Research Training in Psychology units (see below) in place of the masters research thesis; and will be required to spread the coursework units as well as the PhD research over four years.
Enquiries
PhD/Master of Clinical Neuropsychology
Assoc Prof Arthur Shores
telephone:
(02) 9850 8071
email: arthur.shores@mq.edu.au
PhD/Master of Clinical Psychology
Dr Andrew Baillie
telephone:
(02) 9850 9436
email: Andrew.Baillie@mq.edu.au
PhD/Master of Organisational Psychology
Dr Ben Searle
telephone:
(02) 9850 8066
email: peter.langford@mq.edu.au
The combined degree provides training in both doctoral level research and professional psychological practice. It is anticipated that part-time teaching will be available to students enrolled in this program.
Note that the above degrees are combined research/coursework programs, and it is not possible for a student enrolled in a Combined PhD/Coursework Masters in Psychology degree to take out the Master degree separately.