Program Overview
The Arts - Psychology at Massey University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Psychology over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Arts - Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 27,560 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,228 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Arts - Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Postmodernism and Psychology
- Applied Criminal Psychology (restricted numbers)
- Advanced Psychology of Women
- Child and Family Therapy (restricted numbers)
- Principles of Clinical Neuropsychology (restricted numbers)
- Advanced Experimental Psychology
- Advanced Social Psychology (30 credits)
- Psychology and Culture
- Professional Practice in Psychology (restricted numbers)
- Psychological Well-being in Organisations
- Sustainable Livelihood
- Child Clinical Neuropsychology (restricted numbers)
- Occupational Psychology
- Health Psychology: Understanding Health and Illness
- Occupational Health Psychology
- Psychological Assessment in Organisations
- Health Psychology: The Social Context
- Health Psychology: Promoting Health
- Psychological Research: Multivariate Data Analysis
- The Psychology of Sport and Exercise
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements
You will have completed one of the following:
- Bachelor of Arts degree, with a major in Psychology
- Bachelors degree with a minor in Psychology, followed by a Graduate Certificate in Arts endorsed in Psychology
- Bachelors degree, followed by a Graduate Diploma in Arts endorsed in Psychology
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,560 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,228 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 27,560 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,228 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Massey University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Massey University
Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Massey University(Māori:Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa) is apublicresearch universityinNew Zealandthat provides internal and distance education. The university has campuses inAuckland,Palmerston North,...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Jul, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
