Program Overview
The Counseling at University of Auckland is a MCouns programme in Psychology over 24 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Counseling 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 22,833 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,112 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Family Counselling
- Pastoral Care and Counselling in Schools
- Counselling Laboratory
- The Counselling Process
- Cultural Issues in Counselling
- Specialist Counselling and Approaches
- Professional Issues in Counselling
- Research and Counselling
- Research Portfolio
- Special Topic: Sex Therapy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You must have completed a bachelors degree with a GPA of 5.0 in Stage III courses relevant to your specialisation.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,833 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,112 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 22,833 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,112 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Auckland 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 University of Auckland
University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
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University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Mar, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
