- Duration
- Full-time: 18 months
- Next start date
- 2026 Semester One – 2 March
- 2027 Semester One – 1 March
- Available locations
- City
- Points
- 180
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
- Taught & research options available
Programme overview
Gain unique abilities, skills and knowledge to be highly competitive in the professional world of organisational psychology through a combination of research and taught courses. You’ll focus on applying the principles of individual, group and organisational behaviour to the solution of problems at work.
As an MOrgPsych graduate you’ll be well-prepared for work in industry, consulting and government, and to pursue an academic pathway toward a PhD.
Programme structure
This programme offers two streams of postgraduate study in organisational psychology. The first is a taught stream that includes courses in topics relevant to organisational psychology and a dissertation research project (45 points). The second is a research stream that includes courses in topics relevant to organisational psychology and a thesis research project (90 points). Both streams will provide students with knowledge and skills relevant to the workplace. The research stream will also allow students to progress to a PhD.
Research Masters
45 points:
PSYCH 761: Organisational Psychology
PSYCH 766: Occupational Health Psychology
PSYCH 744: Experimental Design and Quantitative Methods for Psychology
45 points from:
BUSINESS 711 Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
GLMI 705: People, Performance and Well-being
GLMI 706: Working in an Age of Uncertainty
GLMI 707 : Organisational Change
GLMI 712 : Contemporary Approaches to Innovation and Business Design
PSYCH 700 : Political Psychology
PSYCH 715: Psychology and Sustainability
PSYCH 716: Social Psychology and Interpersonal Processes
PSYCH 717: Community Psychology
PSYCH 731: Social Psychology and Intergroup Processes
PSYCH 758: Special Topic: Ethnicity, Identity and Culture
PSYCH 768
And from either:
GLMI 702: International Management
GLMI 710: Innovation and Knowledge Management
90 points:
PSYCH 794 Thesis:
Taught Masters
45 points:
PSYCH 761: Organisational Psychology
PSYCH 766: Occupational Health Psychology
PSYCH 744: Experimental Design and Quantitative Methods for Psychology
At least 30 points from:
PSYCH 700 : Political Psychology
PSYCH 715 : Psychology and Sustainability
PSYCH 716 : Social Psychology and Interpersonal Processes
PSYCH 717 : Community Psychology
PSYCH 731: Social Psychology and Intergroup Processes
PSYCH 758: Special Topic: Ethnicity, Identity and Culture
PSYCH 768
Up to 45 points from
BUSINESS 705 Qualitative Research Methods
BUSINESS 711 Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
GLMI 705 People, Performance and Well-being
GLMI 706 : Working in an Age of Uncertainty
GLMI 707 : Organisational Change
GLMI 712 : Contemporary Approaches to Innovation and Business
And from either:
GLMI 702: International Management
GLMI 710: Innovation and Knowledge Management
60 points:
PSYCHOL 793 Dissertation in Organisational Psychology
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.
A student admitted to this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity Course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.
Please note: This degree is not accredited for registration as a Psychologist, and eligibility into further study in an accredited programme should be discussed with the relevant university.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Subjects available in this programme
- Organisational Psychology
2025 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
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Study optionResearch 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 5.0
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have:
Completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Graduate Diploma in Arts or Graduate Diploma in Science from this University, and a major in Psychology, or the Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology, or have equivalent prior study.
AND
Passed PSYCH 306 Research Methods in Psychology or an approved equivalent.
Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.
Further information is available on the School of Psychology website.
You must have:
Completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Graduate Diploma in Arts or Graduate Diploma in Science from this University, and a major in Psychology, or the Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology, or have equivalent prior study.
AND
Passed PSYCH 306 Research Methods in Psychology or an approved equivalent.
Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.
Further information is available on the School of Psychology website.
Other pathways to study
If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
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Study optionResearch 180 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands below 6.0.
Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
You must have:
Completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or Graduate Diploma in Psychology.
OR
Completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree or Graduate Diploma in a relevant subject.
AND
Passed a course in research methods for Psychology.
In exceptional circumstances admission may be granted where a student has attained at least three years of extensive relevant, practical professional or scholarly experience equivalent to the requirements above.
Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.
A separate supplementary application must be made to the School of Psychology by 1 December. Supplementary applications can be submitted from 1 October onwards.
You must have:
Completed the requirements for an undergraduate degree or Graduate Diploma in Psychology.
OR
Completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree or Graduate Diploma in a relevant subject.
AND
Passed a course in research methods for Psychology.
In exceptional circumstances admission may be granted where a student has attained at least three years of extensive relevant, practical professional or scholarly experience equivalent to the requirements above.
Note: A relevant subject may be in business, education or health sciences.
A separate supplementary application must be made to the School of Psychology by 1 December. Supplementary applications can be submitted from 1 October onwards.
How much does a Master of Organisational Psychology cost per year?
2025 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$10,892.40*
- International students
- NZ$52,842*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.24 per point, estimated at $1,663.20 for full-time study (180 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Key dates
The Master of Organisational Psychology is a limited-entry programme, and applications should be made by 24 November. Applications for this programme will open on 22 September.
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2026
- 24 November 2025
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 30 June |
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
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| Ends – 29 June |
Other important dates
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Where could this programme take you?
Graduates of the programme will have knowledge and skills relevant to organisational roles, including knowledge of human behaviour and organisational functioning. They will be able to develop solutions to workplace problems. They will be critical thinkers and strong communicators. Graduates will also have knowledge and skills related to evaluating and planning research projects. They will have high professional and ethical standards.
Jobs related to this programme
- Human resources adviser/manager
- Organisational development specialist
- Occupational health director
- Director of talent management
- Director of leadership training
- Director of employee training
- Project consultant/Manager
- Solution consultant
Amy Templeman is working towards her Master of Organisational Psychology, researching job insecurity, emotional regulation, and feelings of authenticity at work.
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