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MPhil Psychology

University of Waikato 🇳🇿 New Zealand
MPhil Phd English

Course Overview

Course Overview The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Psychology is a one-year, research-intensive degree designed for students to conduct a significant, supervised investigation into a substantive topic within the field. This programme provides a rigorous foundation for advanced research, allowing candidates to contribute new knowledge to the understanding of human and animal behaviour and cognitive processes. Key Program Highlights Conduct a focused, one-year independent research project under expert supervision. Investigate a significant topic across diverse psychological domains, from biological to social sciences. Develop advanced research, critical analysis, and academic writing skills. Gain expertise in behavioural, cognitive, social, or developmental psychology. Produce a thesis that makes an original contribution to the field of psychological science.

Available Intakes

July 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 50,025
July 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 50,025
March 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 50,025
March 2026
CampusHamilton Campus
CityHamilton City
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 50,025
July 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 50,025
July 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 50,025
March 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeNZD 50,025
March 2026
CampusTauranga Campus
CityTauranga
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeNZD 50,025

Subject Areas