Program Overview
The Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis at Trinity College Dublin is a MSc programme in Psychology over 12 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 Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 18,565 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 9,285 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology - Applied Behavior Analysis programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Module 1: Advanced research & data analysis procedures in behaviour analysis I
- Module 2: Advanced research & data analysis procedures in behaviour analysis II
- Module 3: Research Dissertation Proposal
- Module 4: Supervised Research and Practice
- Module 5: Total of 4Special Topics in ABA;
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants will normally be required to hold at least an upper second class honours degree in Psychology from a recognised university course, which confers eligibility for graduate membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland, and a Diploma in ABA (or course work equivalent). Applicants will be required to submit an academic transcript of their qualifications to date. - The selection process may also require attendance at interview and the submission of a written piece of work.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 18,565 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 9,285 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 18,565 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 9,285 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Trinity College Dublin 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 Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
constituent college of the University of Dublin in Ireland
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
