Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)

Psychology

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AUT

A one-year Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) degree focusing on research and advanced study in health science with specialization in psychology for high-achieving graduates.

NZ$12,903

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NZQA Level 8 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

Post Grad

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

North Campus, Auckland

It will take a total of 1 year

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Advanced research skills in health science

Develop advanced research skills, including quantitative and qualitative research methods applicable to health science topics, culminating in an honours-level research project.

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Competence in psychological assessment and intervention

Gain practical and theoretical knowledge of psychological assessment, formulation, and diagnosis, as well as psychological intervention strategies.

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Preparation for postgraduate professional registration

Be prepared for further study in professional psychology pathways and meet prerequisite requirements for registration with appropriate authorities (with further postgraduate study).

What You're Signing Up For

The Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) at AUT is a one-year, Level 8 programme aimed at graduates who want to pursue advanced research and study in health sciences, with the current pathway open to new students focusing on psychology. It prepares students for doctoral study or advanced professional practice and includes courses in psychological assessment, formulation, interventions, research design, and a significant research project.

Course Content

  • PSYC820 Introduction to Psychological Assessment (15 points)
  • PSYC821 Introduction to Psychological Formulation and Diagnosis (15 points)
  • PSYC822 Introduction to Psychological Interventions (15 points)
  • HEAL808 Quantitative Research II (15 points)
  • HEAL810 Qualitative Research II (15 points)
  • HEAL811 Research Design and Methods (15 points)
  • PUBH810 Pacific Health Research and Design (15 points)
  • PSYC808 Therapeutic Theories and Skills (15 points)
  • MAOH801 Māori Health Research Practice (15 points)
  • HEAL805 Honours Research Project (45 points)

What you need to know first

Bachelor of Health Science with a B+ grade average or higher in level 7 courses in the selected subject area, or equivalent.

Interview may be required.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Health Science

  • Psychology

  • Research

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Research roles in health science

  • Preparation for registration as a psychologist (with further study)

  • Roles requiring advanced health science research or analytical skills