Overview

Within this Applied Behaviour Analysis MSc programme from the Queen's University Belfast you'll learn that behaviour analysis has been recognised as the basis for medically necessary intervention and educational provision for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. With the growing prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorders (now estimated to be 1:54) behaviour analysis has experienced a significant rise in popularity.

There are over 46,000 certified behaviour analysts worldwide and this number is predicted to rise given that professional approval is seen as the key to delivering high quality services to individuals, families, in schools and in related settings. Furthermore, behaviour analysis is increasingly being applied to general education, special education, health and social care settings and organisational leadership settings.

Career opportunities:

Most students are already in relevant jobs and the job market is healthy for behaviour analysts at present. Professionals behaviour analysts have the skills and knowledge to develop, implement and evaluate quality interventions that help to produce positive behavioural changes in a range of settings.

Typically, behaviour analysts work in the 'helping' professions (psychologists, teachers, speech/language therapists, occupational therapists). Increasingly, jobs advertised for behaviour managers or specialists require BCBA status and there is a demand for BCBAs in Europe and worldwide, especially in North America.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Assessment in Behaviour Analysis

Behaviour Change and Education

Concepts and Principles of Behaviour Analysis

Ethical and Professional Conduct

Evaluation in Behaviour Analysis

Fundamental Elements of Behaviour Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-31 00:00:00

More details

We advise you to apply as early as possible, particularly for those courses where there is a high demand for places. Early application is also important for international applicants to allow sufficient time to obtain a student entry visa.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Psychology Organisational Behaviour Cognitive Science View 737 other Masters in Psychology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 Honours degree or above or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject discipline plus one year of experience in an Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) or related context and access to an ABA related working environment.

Applicants with a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University may also be considered if they have at least two years of experience in an ABA related context and access to an ABA related working environment.

Work experience

Applicants with a lower level of performance in an Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University may also be considered if they have at least three years of experience in an ABA related context and access to an ABA related working environment.

Tuition Fee

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International

19100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19100 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

6980 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6980 GBP per year during 12 months.

Northern Ireland (NI) - £6,980
Republic of Ireland (ROI) - £6,980
England, Scotland or Wales (GB) - £8,360
EU Other - £19,100
International - £19,100

Living costs for Belfast

561 - 887 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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