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Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology (PGDipAppPsych)
| Quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Points per degree | 120 points |
| Fulltime study | 1 year |
| Part-time study | Department discretion |
| Degree structure | Taught and Practicum |
| Taught at | City and Tāmaki Campus |
| Application closing dates | 1 November |
| Start date | Semester 1 |
- This qualification is currently used for graduates in the areas of Applied Behaviour Analysis and Industrial, Work and Organisational psychology.
- Designed to prepare graduates of Psychology for professional practice in the application of sub-disciplines of psychology.
- Operates a flexible programme structure which draws upon the strengths and interests of current academic staff.
- Provides students with a coherent and focused course of study involving a significant practical component.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology (PGDipAppPsych) is designed to prepare graduates of Psychology for professional practice in the application of these sub-disciplines of psychology. It is designed for graduates in the areas of Applied Behaviour Analysis, and Industrial, Work and Organisational Psychology only.
For futher programme details, please refer to the Department of Psychology website.
Entry into the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology requires the completion of the requirements for a Master’s degree in Psychology.
Candidates must consult with members of academic staff in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) or Industrial, Work and Organisational Psychology (IWO) regarding the supervision of a proposed practicum, and the set of 700-level courses intended, before an application for enrolment in this diploma is made. The written approval of proposed supervisors should accompany the application.
Find more information about pre-requisites for the PGDipAppPsych
- Obtaining registration as a psychologist and practising in New Zealand.
- For the Applied Behaviour Analysis stream, obtaining Behaviour Analyst Certificate Board (BACB) registration.
For further information see the Psychology handbook
or
contact one of our Postgraduate Advisers
Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 87020
Email: pgscience@auckland.ac.nz
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