Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology

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.

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.

This programme structure is subject to final regulatory approval.