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Universities New Zealand University of Auckland Courses Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology PGDipAppPsych

Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology PGDipAppPsych

University of Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 46,752
Country Rank#1
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

Designed for graduates in the areas of applied behaviour analysis, the PGDipAppPsych programme will prepare you for professional practice in the application of this sub-discipline of psychology.

The programme is flexible and draws on the interests and expertise of Psychology academic staff, which means you’ll be working with up-to-date theory and practice. You’ll complete a supervised practicum that will allow you to apply your knowledge and skills in a real-world setting.

Course Content
Programme structure

Students must complete 120 points in one year of full-time study. Part-time study is available at the discretion of the School of Psychology.

The following courses are required at the direction of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB):

60 points:

A supervised practicum (PSYCH 651 A and B)

30 points:

PSYCH 720: Research Topic in Psychology

15 points:

PSYCH 730: Professional Psychology Practice in NZ

15 points:

PSYCH 757: Advanced Applied Behaviour Analysis

The practicum component of this degree involves up to 1500 hours of supervised experience in an applied setting.
Entry Requirement
Programme requirements

Study option
Taught
120 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
5.0

Masters degree in psychology

Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5

Further programme requirements

Taught 120 points

You must have completed a one-year (or equivalent) masters degree, following an undergraduate degree, from a recognised university (or similar institution). You will need a GPE of 5.0.

You must consult with members of academic staff in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) regarding the supervision of a proposed practicum, and the postgraduate courses you intend to study before you apply.

You must complete the supplementary application form available on the School of Psychology’s website.

You should include the written approval of your proposed supervisors when you submit your application.
Fees & Scholarships
2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$9,728.40

International students
NZ$46,752

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
Career Prospect
Where could this programme take you?

Graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology can look forward to meeting the requirements to become a registered psychologist and practising in New Zealand. If your area of interest is applied behaviour analysis, you can become registered with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Psychologists with this qualification who already have a Masters research thesis could enrol in a Doctor of Philosophy degree.

Jobs related to this programme
- Potential for international registration with BACB (Behavior Analyst Certification Board)
- Registered Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) practitioner
- Registered psychologist

Cost Of Studying At University of Auckland

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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