MA / Postgraduate diploma in arts
(Applied Behaviour Analysis)

Programme description

The Department of Psychology is delighted to announce that a new postgraduate diploma/masters in applied behaviour analysis. This represents an exciting development for both the department and the university.

The programme subscribes to the scientist-practitioner model, and provides students with a thorough and integrated training in academic, practical and research aspects of applied behaviour analysis. The programme will prepare graduates for careers in clinical and educational settings as applied behaviour analysts and will provide the academic training necessary for graduates to apply for board certification in behaviour analysis (see http://www.bacb.com/). Supervised work experience will also be provided for those wishing to apply for board certification. 

Programme aims and objectives

This unique new course aims to teach students the defining features and principles of behaviour and their application in various applied and clinical settings. Methods of research design, behavioural and functional assessment, intervention, and empirical evaluation of behavioural treatment approaches will be taught.

Objectives of the new course are that graduates will be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• understand and explore the principles, theory and research of behaviour analysis;
• understand and apply behaviour analysis in laboratory settings;
• understand and practice applied behaviour analysis in natural settings;
• work within an appropriate ethical and legal framework;
• work within a framework of evidence based practice.

Programme fee, academic year 2009–10

E.U. students: contact Fees Office 
Non-E.U. students: €12,500*

*Subject to ratification

Please note: fees are correct at the time of online publication, but are subject to change (E&EO); non-E.U. fees must be paid in full prior to registration.

Application

Applications to this programme are made online via The Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC). Relevant PAC application code above right.

Minimum entry requirements

Applications are invited from candidates who hold a second-class honours degree (or equivalent).  Evidence of relevant experience and motivation will be taken into account in offering
places on the course.

Career opportunities

It is intended that graduates will become certified behaviour analysts and may be employed in special schools, home-based programmes, research programmes, community development programmes, residential centres, and day care centres and as teachers and researchers in training and academic settings.

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