Master of Psychotherapy

at Auckland University of Technology

You complete a number of psychotherapy courses and research methods courses to prepare you for your research dissertation in the final part of the programme. At the heart of the programme is the dissertation, your chance to advance professional knowledge in the area of psychotherapy.

The programme includes participation in clinical work at a placement and at the campus psychotherapy clinic. It also has a requirement for the undertaking of personal psychotherapy. There is an additional fee for individual supervision in the second year of the programme.

Minimum entry requirements

• Completed the Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy Studies or equivalent with a B grade average or higher
• References and a police check are required
• Must have personal qualities that show suitability for this programme
• May be required to attend selection interviews
• Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy: must be capable of meeting the Children's Act 2014 requirements, including police clearance

International
$45,834 (for 120 points)
($44,900 tuition fees + $934 student services levy)