Fast Facts
Location
Commencing
- Singapore: March, July, November
Fees
$37,960.00+
+estimated annual tuition fee for a full-time study load
Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Scholarships and financial aid available if eligible
Duration
1 year full-time
Entry Requirements
Completion of an AQF level 7 psychology-based bachelor degree within the past 10 years; or equivalent
English language requirements
Band 1
If your native language is not English, you must meet the minimum English language requirements for this course.
Course Code
119304
Course detail
This one-year, full-time course will equip you with advanced skills in applied psychology and research skills to advance your career in psychological science or open doors to a PhD. Benefit from the flexibility of online learning in this Masters course designed for the contemporary professional world.
Study the psychology of leadership, including creativity and innovation, persuasion and communication skills, and contemporary skills for professionals. In your capstone subject, apply advanced knowledge to design and present an industry-related, research-based project of your choosing.
The Master of Psychological Science is an AQF Level 9 Masters by Coursework degree. It is a non-accredited pathway—it will not lead toward registration as a psychologist—but it will provide you with important psychology-based knowledge and skills to thrive in your career or PhD.
View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects.
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University’s learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please review the inherent requirements for the Master of Psychological Science.
Majors
Business Psychology
Meet the changing needs of the business world with a major in business psychology. You will study subjects on teams and culture, workplace psychological health, enhancing performance, and consumer psychology. Equip yourself with the skills businesses need to thrive.
JCU’s Master of Psychological Science gives you the contemporary knowledge and leadership skills to work in a broad range of industries. The program is designed for people interested in using psychological theory and knowledge in business, without seeking registration as a psychologist.
Graduates may pursue careers in consulting and market research, government corporations, and universities. Examples of future roles may include organisational development consultant, management consultant, change manager, change analyst, human resources manager, or human factors specialist.
Handbook year | Information valid for students commencing in 2023 |
Course code | 119304 |
Course type | Master (Coursework) (AQF Level 9) |
Owner | Academy |
College | Healthcare Sciences |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
Course pre-requisites | Completion of an AQF level 7 psychology-based bachelor degree at this or another University within the past 10 years; or Other qualifications/experience deemed to be equivalent, as approved by the Deputy-Vice Chancellor, Division of Tropical Health and Medicine. |
Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 1 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. |
Additional selection | Information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying, may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria. |
Special admission requirements | Candidates will need to ensure that they have reliable access to internet services and computing resources. Candidates that do not meet the course pre-requisites may be given a packaged offer, with entry into the Master of Psychological Science contingent upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science. |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
Credit points | 36 credit points as per course structure |
Course learning outcomes | On successful completion of Master of Psychological Science, graduates will be able to:
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Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements | Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: Postgraduate Psychology. |
Reasonable adjustments | All JCU students have the opportunity to demonstrate, with reasonable adjustments where applicable, the inherent requirements for their course. For more information please visit: Student Disability Policy and Procedure. |
Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
PY5401:03 Leadership, Creativity and Innovation
PY5402:03 Persuasion and Communication Skills
PY5403:03 Contemporary Skills for Professionals
PY5404:03 Research Methods for Project Planning and Evaluation
PY5405:06 Major Project
PLUS
Select a major from Table A
TABLE A (Majors)
Type of major | Mandatory |
Credit points in major | 18 credit points |
MAJOR | AVAILABLE AT | NOTES |
JCU Singapore |
Location
LOCATION | NOTES |
JCU Singapore | |
External | Not offered 2023 |
Candidature
Expected time to complete | 1 year full-time (4 subjects per trimester) or part-time equivalent |
Maximum time to complete | 4 years |
Maximum leave of absence | 1 year |
Progression
Course progression | Students enrolled in the packaged Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science-Master of Psychological Science, must complete all requirements of the Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science prior to commencing the Master of Psychological Science. |
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | No |
Course includes mandatory fieldwork | No |
Special assessment | Nil |
Professional accreditation | Nil |
Supplementary exam for | Not applicable |
Credit
Eligibility | Students may apply for credit for previous tertiary study in accordance with the Credit Transfer Procedure |
Maximum allowed | 18 credit points |
Currency | Credit will be granted only for subjects completed in the 10 years prior to the commencement of this course |
Expiry | Credit gained for any subject shall be cancelled 14 years after the date of the examination upon which the credit is based if, by then, the student has not completed this course. |
Other restrictions | Not applicable |
Award Details
Award title | MASTER OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE |
Approved abbreviation | MPsychSc |
Inclusion of majors on | Majors will appear on the testamur |
Exit with lesser award | Not applicable |
Course articulation | Students admitted to the packaged Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science-Master of Psychological Science, must complete all requirements of the Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science prior to commencing the Master of Psychological Science. |
Special awards | Students may receive an Award of Recognition in accordance with the Recognition of Academic Excellence Procedure |
Estimated annual tuition fee: $AUD37,960.00
Course fees are charged per year of full-time study. International course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.
A Student Services and Amenities Fee is payable per subject up to a maximum amount per year.
Student Visa holders must have Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of their Student Visa (except Norwegian, Swedish and Belgian citizens). Costs depend on the length of study and the number of dependents accompanying the student. For more information see Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
Scholarships and financial aid are also available for international students.
Consult the admission requirements section in the Handbook for prerequisites and pathways into this course.
Application dates vary between courses, whether they're delivered in semester, trimester or carousel study modes. View our Application due dates page for more information.
Gather the documents you need to apply and submit an application via JCU's online application portal.
To study with JCU in Brisbane please see the application instructions to apply.
To study with JCU in Singapore, please visit the JCU Singapore website.
Real stories
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Lecturer
Professor James Dimmock
Course Coordinator
The Master of Psychological Science builds skills that are applicable in a variety of contexts, including family-life and the workplace, and students will immediately see the relevance of the coursework to their lives. We look forward to welcoming you to JCU’s Master of Psychological Science.
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Lecturer
Dr Smita Singh
Senior Lecturer of Psychology, JCU Singapore
Students will be able to build a rich base in advanced psychological concepts and contemporary research skills. They will also be exposed to case studies, introspective exercises and knowledge on how to function and make decisions under pressure. This will give them a foundation for lifelong impact in their careers.