Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)
Psychology
A course by
AUT
A one-year Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) degree focusing on research and advanced study in health science with specialization in psychology for high-achieving graduates.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
North Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced research skills in health science
Develop advanced research skills, including quantitative and qualitative research methods applicable to health science topics, culminating in an honours-level research project.
Competence in psychological assessment and intervention
Gain practical and theoretical knowledge of psychological assessment, formulation, and diagnosis, as well as psychological intervention strategies.
Preparation for postgraduate professional registration
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) at AUT is a one-year, Level 8 programme aimed at graduates who want to pursue advanced research and study in health sciences, with the current pathway open to new students focusing on psychology. It prepares students for doctoral study or advanced professional practice and includes courses in psychological assessment, formulation, interventions, research design, and a significant research project.
Course Content
- PSYC820 Introduction to Psychological Assessment (15 points)
- PSYC821 Introduction to Psychological Formulation and Diagnosis (15 points)
- PSYC822 Introduction to Psychological Interventions (15 points)
- HEAL808 Quantitative Research II (15 points)
- HEAL810 Qualitative Research II (15 points)
- HEAL811 Research Design and Methods (15 points)
- PUBH810 Pacific Health Research and Design (15 points)
- PSYC808 Therapeutic Theories and Skills (15 points)
- MAOH801 Māori Health Research Practice (15 points)
- HEAL805 Honours Research Project (45 points)
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Health Science with a B+ grade average or higher in level 7 courses in the selected subject area, or equivalent.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health Science
Psychology
Research
Future employment opportunities might be
Research roles in health science
Preparation for registration as a psychologist (with further study)
Roles requiring advanced health science research or analytical skills