- Duration
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 26 February 2024, 1 July 2024
- Available locations
- University of Auckland Online
- Points
- 120
- Programme type
- Undergraduate
Programme overview
Study brain and behaviour, sensory and cognitive psychology, lifespan development,
learning and communication, social, cultural, and organisational psychology,
models of health and disability, with emphasis on the New Zealand context.
Gain skills related to applied psychological research and practice in your current
occupation or progress to postgraduate study, including postgraduate
professional programmes.
For more information, please enquire via University of Auckland Online.
Programme structure
This programme is part-time and will be delivered fully online. Students will take one course at a time across four 12-week term sessions.
There will be one pathway consisting of a set programme of four 30-point courses (one course at stage two that must be taken first, and three courses at stage three).
PSYCH 211 – Psychology for Society (30 points)
PSYCH 323 – Changes across the Lifespan (30 points)
PSYCH 324 – The Behaving Brain (30 points)
PSYCH 325 – Social Processes (30 points)
Please note that in normal circumstances the requirements for a GradDipAppPsych must be completed within four years of initial enrolment.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Sample programme structure
Term 1 30 points
-
- Code:
- PSYCH 211
- Name:
- Psychology for Society
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 30 pts
Term 2 30 points
-
- Code:
- PSYCH 323
- Name:
- Changes across the Lifespan
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 30 pts
Term 3 30 points
-
- Code:
- PSYCH 324
- Name:
- The Behaving Brain
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 30 pts
Term 4 30 points
-
- Code:
- PSYCH 325
- Name:
- Social Processes
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 30 pts
Subjects available in this programme
- Applied Psychology (Online)
2025 entry requirements
Programme requirements
You must have completed an undergraduate degree at a recognised university (or similar institution).
Or
Have the equivalent practical, professional, or scholarly experience. This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Further programme requirements
Taught 120 points
You will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency if you are:
- An international applicant whose first language is not English
- A domestic applicant under 20 years of age whose first language is not English
You will require an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no bands less than 5.5. See alternative English language requirements.
How much does a Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology cost per year?
2025 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$8,288.40*
- International students
- NZ$44,972*
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 $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,065.60 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.
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Key dates
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2023
- 13 February 2023
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Academic Year Term | Starts – 1 January |
|---|---|
| Ends – 31 December |
| Academic Year Term | Starts – 1 January |
|---|---|
| Ends – 31 December |
Other important dates
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Where could this programme take you?
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