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New Zealand Diploma in Psychology (Level 5)

New Zealand Diploma in Psychology (Level 5)

See what online study with Open Polytechnic is like.
See what online study with Open Polytechnic is like.

Entry requirements

To enrol in this programme you need to have NCEA Level 3.

20 years old or over

If you are 20 years of age or over and do not hold the minimum entry requirements you will be eligible to be enrolled where your previous educational, work or life experience indicates you have a reasonable likelihood of success.

English Language Requirements

International students must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent.

Domestic students for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent.

International students and domestic student living abroad

You can study this programme if you're an international student living in New Zealand or overseas. If you are living in New Zealand you will need to be in paid employment with a valid work permit.

You can also study this programme if you're a New Zealand citizen living overseas.

Computer and internet requirements

Courses in this programme are delivered online. This means you will access course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.

For online learning and assessments, you need:

  • Regular access to a computer
  • Reliable internet and data plan.

If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.