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Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Psychology Practice

Warning

This programme may not be suitable for you as an international student, as:

  • the content is mostly specific to the New Zealand context
  • experience working with students in an Aotearoa New Zealand educational context is desirable.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss an alternative programme in your field of interest, contact Wellington University International.

Entry requirements

Requirements for international students who studied in

To be accepted into this programme you will need:

  • A Master of Educational Psychology at this University, or a similar qualification elsewhere, with a B+ average for all coursework

  • At least 45 points from approved courses in Psychology at 200 or 300 level with an average grade of B or above

  • A minimum of one year (full-time equivalent) experience working in educational contexts with students

  • A full current driver’s licence or medical exemption

  • To be accepted by the Associate Dean (Academic) of the Wellington Faculty of Education as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Important information

  • If you completed your required qualifications at a university other than Victoria, you'll need to provide verified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
  • Starting the PGDipEPP is dependent on successful completion of the selection process, the availability of an approved internship placement, a satisfactory police check and acceptance by the New Zealand Psychologists Board, through an interview, to be registered as an Intern Psychologist.
  • If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some of the entry requirements, you should contact the programme director to discuss your options.
  • For more programme details and requirements, see the University Calendar. It's an annual publication and an authoritative source for planning your degree.

Programme requirements

For this programme you'll need to:

  • Complete 120 points

    • Complete 1,500 hours of supervised full-time practical work in two approved institutions

    • Complete four courses:

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