Master of Psychology

Overview

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The Master of Psychology is a professional postgraduate training programme for psychology degree holders to specialise and work as either organisational or forensic psychologists. Building on the foundations learnt from the psychology degree, this postgraduate training focuses on core research skills and the application of the science of psychology to maximise potential at the workplace or understand behaviour of criminals and offenders.

Unique Features of the Programme

This is a skills-based programme that focuses on helping you to develop and hone essential skills needed in applying psychology to either forensic psychology or organisational psychology.
The Master of Psychology (Forensic Psychology) is the only postgraduate training programme specific to the Singapore legal system and the types of crime in Singapore.
The Master of Psychology (Organisational Psychology) is the first postgraduate training programme in organisational psychology in Singapore and includes professional certification courses.
This programme is conducted using a blended learning approach, with a mixture of both face-to-face lessons and e-learning, so that you can learn at your own pace.

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Career Prospects

The Master of Psychology will provide you with the research and professional skills needed to practice as an Organisational Psychologist or a Forensic Psychologist in Singapore.

Programme Structure

To graduate with Master of Psychology, students are required to complete 60 credit units (cu) of courses and attain a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 (out of 5.0). Students will need to take compulsory practicums conducted mostly during weekday business hours as well as complete 1,000 hours of practicum.

Throughout the Master of Psychology programme, students will have an estimated 500 hours of practicum training under PSY501, PSY502 and PSY599. Students will be required to complete the remaining hours (estimated 500 hours) with their self-sourced practicums.

Master of Psychology

Candidature

The minimum and maximum candidature for the Master of Psychology is 2 years and 4 years respectively.

For international students, all compulsory graded coursework and graded practicums (PSY501, PSY502, and PSY599) must be completed within the first two years of candidature. International students may complete any remaining self-sourced practicum hours during the third and fourth years of candidature in their country of residence. Such arrangements are subject to prior approval by the Programme and must meet all programme requirements, including supervision and assessment standards. Please contact the Head of Programme if you have any questions.

Attendance & Participation

As this is a professional postgraduate training programme, attendance and active participation in seminars, workshops, practicums, and supervision sessions are required and form part of the assessment. Students are therefore expected to plan their schedules in advance to ensure that all programme requirements are met within the candidature period.

Curriculum

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Admission Requirements

Refer to general admission criteria for graduate programmes.

In addition, applicants should have an undergraduate degree in psychology, preferably with honours, and have at least two years of relevant working experience in a related field.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents as part of their application:

Academic Transcripts
Curriculum vitae (CV)
A personally written statement of interest outlining their motivation for, and reasons for selecting, the programme (maximum one page)

Specialisation Tracks and Eligibility

The Organisational Psychology track is open to both local and international applicants.
The Forensic Psychology track is restricted to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents; international applicants are not eligible for this track.

English Language Proficiency (International Applicants – Organisational Psychology Track only)

International applicants whose first language is not English, or whose undergraduate studies were not conducted in English, must meet one of the following requirements:

TOEFL PBT > 580, with (preferably) a TWE of 5, or
TOEFL iBT > 85, with a minimum of 22 in writing, or
IELTS > 6.5, with no sub-score below 6

You are encouraged to submit your applications early. Incomplete applications (e.g., missing official transcripts) will not be considered.

Please note that shortlisted applicants will need to attend interview(s).

Tuition Fees

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The Master of Psychology is for psychology graduates who intend on furthering their education in either organisational or forensic psychology. An honours degree in psychology is preferred. Applicants without an honours degree in psychology will be required to complete 30 cu of preparatory courses at honours level.

How many intake(s) are there in a year for the Master of Psychology?
There is one intake in January every year.
Do I need to have a degree in psychology to take up this master's degree?
Yes, a degree in psychology is a must and honours is preferred.
Can I practice as a psychologist after taking this master's degree?
Yes, you can.
Do I need to take the Graduate Diploma in Organisational Psychology first before taking the Masters of Psychology?
No, the graduate diploma is not stackable to the Master of Psychology. The Master of Psychology is for psychology degree holders only.
When are classes conducted?
Classes are generally conducted on weekday evenings, with at least two sessions scheduled during daytime hours each term. Attendance and active participation are required and contribute to the overall grade.
Practicums, workshops, and group supervision are typically held during business hours (Monday to Friday). Attendance and participation in these components are compulsory and form part of the assessment.
Are there exams?
There are no exams, but courses in this programme have continuous assessment (OCAS) and end-of-course assessment (ECA).
Can I work and study at the same time?
Yes, for local students, it is possible to work and study concurrently, provided that you are able to plan your schedule effectively and meet all programme requirements. This includes attending classes, participating in group supervision, and fulfilling all practicum hour requirements. A substantial portion of programme activities is conducted during business hours, and family holidays or work-related absences are not considered valid reasons for absence.
Students should note that completing the programme within two years typically requires a full-time commitment.
For international students, any form of employment is subject to the conditions of the Student Pass. Students must comply with prevailing ICA regulations and are responsible for ensuring that any work arrangements do not conflict with Student Pass requirements or programme commitments.
Are there credit exemptions for this programme?
No, there are no credit exemptions, as you are expected to have studied your degree in a different discipline, i.e., not psychology.
What if I do not have an honours degree in psychology?
If you do not have an honours degree, you can still sign up for the Master of Psychology, but you need to take a bridging programme (PRCPSY) to help you be better prepared for the programme, where you will need to complete 30 credit units (cu) of Level 4 Honours courses with a minimum CGPA of 3.0. Please note that completing this programme does not lead to the award of a certificate or qualification. PRCPSY is a self-funded bridging programme and you may view its fees HERE.
What are the subsidised fees for Singapore Citizens (SC) and Permanent Residents (PR)?
Fees are subsidised by MOE*. Fees can be found on our website.
*The following terms and conditions apply: Singapore Citizen (SC) or Singapore PR (SPR) who has not previously received a government subsidy/sponsorship in a graduate progamme (local or overseas) and has been admitted to the MPSY programme.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE, IS ONE OF THE COURSES UNDER A GRADUATE PROGRAMME. THEREFORE, APPLICANTS FOR THIS COURSE ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING CONDITION. BY SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS COURSE, THE APPLICANT AGREES TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING CONDITION.

Financial Assistance

The University offers course fee concession for selected graduate programmes. Please click here for more details.

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Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Area of Interest: Behavioural Sciences

Programme Type: Full-time Undergraduate

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Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Part-Time)

Area of Interest: Behavioural Sciences

Programme Type: Part-time Undergraduate

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Graduate Diploma in Organisational Psychology

Area of Interest: Behavioural Sciences

Programme Type: Graduate Studies

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Graduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology

Area of Interest: -

Programme Type: Graduate Studies

PSY501 Supervised Practicum I	5 CU
PSY502 Supervised Practicum II	5 CU
PSY599 Applied Research Project-cum-Work Attachment	10 CU
PSY690 Research Design and Statistics for Psychology	5 CU

HCM535 Employment Law, Policy, and Ethics	5 CU
HCM543 Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution	5 CU
HCM551 Human Capital Management in the New Normal	5 CU
HCM553 Performance Management and Total Rewards Strategy	5 CU
HCM555 International Human Capital Management and Cultural Intelligence	5 CU
HCM557 Human Capital Consulting: Principles and Practices	5 CU
MGT501 Agile Leadership for Future-Ready Organisations	5 CU
MGT503 Leading Responsible and Sustainable Organisations	5 CU
MGT504 AI Strategies for Industry 5.0	5 CU
MGT551 The Future of Work	2.5 CU
MGT552 Leading Through Digital Disruption	2.5 CU
MGT553 Leadership in Service Innovation	2.5 CU
MGT554 Customer Experience Management	2.5 CU
MGT555 Innovation and Strategy	2.5 CU
MGT556 Human-Computer Interaction for Organisations	2.5 CU
MGT561 Impactful Leadership	2.5 CU
MGT562 Ecosystem Design	2.5 CU
MGT563 Social Entrepreneurship and Corporate Venture Building	2.5 CU
MGT567 Strategic Human Capital and Talent Management	2.5 CU
PSY534 Clinical Psychology Interventions	5 CU
RSS551 Current Debates and Developments in Positive Psychology and Well-being	5 CU

PSY520 Foundations of Forensic Psychological Practice	5 CU
PSY521 Working with Special Offender Populations	5 CU
PSY522 Working with the Courts and Special Offender Populations	5 CU
PSY523 Forensic Mental Health	5 CU
PSY524 Offender Behaviour Change and Rehabilitation	5 CU
PSY525 Psychology in Law Enforcement Services	5 CU

PSY511 Selection and Assessment	5 CU
PSY512 Life Career Development, Leadership and Coaching	5 CU
PSY513 Learning, Training, and Development	5 CU
PSY514 Organisational Development and Change	5 CU
PSY515 Work Wellbeing	5 CU
PSY516 Specialist Professional Skills in Organisational Psychology	5 CU

Master of Psychology

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