Overview

Pursuing a Psychology course from University of Waikato will provide you with a deeper understanding of psychology and specialist knowledge that appeals to potential employers. This programme equips you to conduct and communicate psychological research effectively, preparing you for diverse careers.

Combining psychology studies with courses from other disciplines enhances your ability to work in a variety of interesting, psychology-relevant industries.

Career opportunities

Behaviour Analyst

Clinical or Community Psychologist

Community Programme Coordinator

Private Practitioner

Human Resource Advisor

Research Scientist

Project Manager

Consultant

Psychologist

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Graduate Research Methods in Psychology

Applications of Behaviour Analysis

Kaupapa Māori Psychology

Family and Whānau Demography
Applying Psychology to Work

No thesis or dissertation is required.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-07-12 00:00:00

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The University processes international student applications on an ongoing basis, regardless of the dates listed. Offers are made with international student visa processing times in mind and as such, students may receive an offer for a later intake than originally requested.

Language

English

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand

Disciplines

Psychology View 38 other Masters in Psychology in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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90

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58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to the Master of Arts in Psychology, you must have completed a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a B grade average or better across the third-year papers.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41559 NZD / year

≈ 41559 NZD / year

Additional Details

International: NZD$ 62,339 – NZD$ 72,324 (180 pts)

Living costs

Hamilton

New Zealand

1470 - 2020 NZD / month

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Funding

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