The Degree of Master of Organisational Psychology – MOrgPsych

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have:

a (i) (a) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Graduate Diploma in Arts or Graduate Diploma in Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, and a major in Psychology, or have equivalent prior study

or

(b) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Graduate Diploma in Arts or Graduate Diploma in Science, from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, and a major in Psychology

or

(c) (i) completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree from this University in a relevant subject

and

(ii) passed 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, and a specialisation in Psychology, provided that the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded

and

(ii) passed PSYCH 306 or an equivalent course

or

b (i) completed the requirements for the Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

(ii) completed the requirements for the Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II.

2 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 In exceptional circumstances, the requirement in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

Notes:

(i) A relevant major or specialisation may be in business, education or health sciences.

(ii) This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Science.

4 A student admitted to this degree must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

5 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 220 points.

6 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Organisational Psychology Schedule.

7 A student must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in the first 60 points of taught courses prior to enrolment in PSYCH 794 or PSYCHOL 793. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Organisational Psychology cannot continue.

8 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

9 a The dissertation or thesis is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Academic Head.

b The dissertation or thesis topic must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

c The dissertation or thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

10 A student may apply to reassign courses passed to the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Psychology or Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Psychology.

11 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

12 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

13 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.