Students from faculties other than Science or Arts who have completed a major in psychology to a high standard are able to enrol in this course within the Science Faculty. In addition to preparing students for post-graduate study, the Honours program has been designed to satisfy the requirements of the Australian Psychological Society for Associate Membership. Part-time candidature is available only in exceptional circumstances. The major component of the program is an individual research project, carried out under the supervision of a staff member, and reported in a thesis.
Students also research and write a major theoretical essay and take part in a seminar series.
In addition, the applicant must demonstrate a suitable background in research methods. Because of limitations in departmental resources and availability of supervision, it may be necessary to limit entry. Applicants from other institutions must provide a certified copy of their academic transcript. If final year subjects are still being completed at the time of submitting the application, the onus is on the applicant to forward a certified copy of results as soon as they are available. Applicants from other institutions should also note that preference is given to graduates of Monash University.