New Zealand Diploma in Psychology
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Subject area
Psychology
Qualification
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Entry requirements
None.
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.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Behavioural Science at this level can earn:
$40,000
Median earnings one year after study
$40,000
Median earnings two years after study
$51,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
53%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2022
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship Trust
Provided by:
The Betty Loughhead Soroptimist Scholarship Trust - Secretary
Website:
Value:
Previous awards have generally been given in the region of $3,000 - $5,000 (per award).
Waitaha-A-Hei / University of Waikato Scholarship
Provided by:
University of Waikato - Scholarships Office
Website:
http://www.waikato.ac.nz/research/scholarships/
Value:
$14,500
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (04) 913 5300
Fax: (04) 913 5308
Email: customerservices@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Web: http://www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Sources
NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.
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