New Zealand Diploma in Psychology
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Subject area
Psychology
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$5,039
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This qualification provides a comprehensive introduction to the psychology discipline, including psychology as a science, involving the application of research, analysis, synthesis and evaluation skills.
This qualification is intended for people who can benefit professionally or personally from a working knowledge of psychology and human behaviour.
Graduates will benefit industry sectors involving interactions with people, where employees need knowledge of human behaviour to function effectively in an organisational workplace and with clients.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Entry Requirements Applicants must have NCEA Level 3. Applicants who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements will be eligible to be enrolled where their previous educational, work or life experience indicates they have a reasonable likelihood of success. English Language Entry Requirements If English is the not the applicant's first language, applicants will need an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or equivalent.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$5,039 | $5,039 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$5,511 | $5,511 |
| Total | $10,550 | $10,550 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
66%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (04) 913 5300
Fax: (04) 913 5308
Email: customerservices@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Web: http://www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz
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