PhD – Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology
PhD – Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology
Psychology research at ECU concentrates on Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Motivation & Emotion, and Clinical Psychology. Specific postgraduate research topics are developed in conjunction with the potential supervisors, however applications are particularly encouraged from those with an interest in: Learning and skill acquisition Expertise and decision making Interpersonal communication The…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Psychology research at ECU concentrates on Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Motivation & Emotion, and Clinical Psychology.
Specific postgraduate research topics are developed in conjunction with the potential supervisors, however applications are particularly encouraged from those with an interest in: Learning and skill acquisition Expertise and decision making Interpersonal communication The influence of digital media Parent-infant relationships Moral psychology Cross-cultural psychology Wellness and Mental Health Psychology researchers in the school are currently involved in projects investigating parent perspectives of interethnic relations, experiences of first year students engaged in online learning, depression in adolescents with Asperger’s Syndrome and Autistic Disorder, effects of music on pain, emotional awareness, resilience in separated mothers and fathers. The School also has laboratory testing facilities that are well-equipped with computers and physiological measures (e.g., EEG, GSR, eye-tracking), a Test Library, and an off-campus Psychology training clinic.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities
Psychologist, Academic, Researcher
Possible future job titles
Psychology, clinical psychology
REQUIREMENTS
All applicants are required to have the equivalent of 6 months full time research (which must involve a research output which includes the conception and design of the project, and analysis and interpretation of findings) if applying with a Masters qualification other than a Master by Research.
Academic admission requirements (Band 11) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Masters Degree (Research); or
Bachelor Honours Degree (First or Upper Second class); or
Demonstrated capacity to undertake original PhD-level research.
English competency requirements:
IELTS Academic: An overall band minimum score of 6.5, with no individual band less than 6.0.) (Results are typically valid for 2 years and online tests are not acceptable.)
TOEFL iBT: TOEFL iBT: 84 (with no score below 17)
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT): Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): PTE Academic 58, with no score less than 50 for postgraduate standard entry courses. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large, multi-campus institution serving communities in Western Australia and internationally.ECU was awarded university status in 1991, but despite its relative youth, the University has a proud history of more than a century of service to education in Western Australia and is recognised for its teaching and learning, excellence in research, and partnerships with the community.We have more than 23,300 students, including around 18,500 undergraduates and 4,800 postgraduates. Approximately 3,600 international students attend the University, originating from 104 countries.We are a progressive University with courses developed through ongoing industry input, and employing lecturers who engage fully with their students. We’re a university that knows while knowledge is important, understanding comes from experience –experience that enables you to adapt what you’ve learned to whatever opportunities come your way. Because that’s when you do more than just survive in this world. You thrive in it.
