Master of Educational Psychology

You'll have the opportunity to develop and practise your skills under the expert guidance of world-class researchers and practitioners.

Explore a wide range of theoretical viewpoints and their practical applications in educational, community and workplace settings. The program has a bicultural focus and is tailored to meet the needs of New Zealand communities. However your studies will also prepare you to work in multicultural communities and overseas.

Careers

The Master of Educational Psychology program from Victoria University of Wellington graduates might go on to gain qualifications as a teacher, study for a PhD, or work in educational or health agencies that need specialised educational psychology knowledge and skills. These might include early intervention services, mental health services, or NGOs that work with families.

Those who gain registration as an educational psychologist might focus on doing research or creating and implementing programs that can help young people learn more effectively. You could work in a school or for the Ministry of Education, work for organisations such as Explore or IDEA Services, or you may practice privately providing services to both the public and private sector.

Courses include:

• Research Methods in Education

• Culturally Centred Educational Psychology Practice in Aotearoa/New Zealand

• Educational Psychology Assessment

• Applied Behaviour Analysis for Educators

• Evidence-Based Practice in Education

• Learning and Motivation

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health

• Applied Research Project

• Promoting Positive Behaviour for Learning and Well-Being