Postgraduate Diploma in Neuropsychology (PGDipNeuropsych)
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About the course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Neuropsychology (PGDipNeuropsych) is the first neuropsychology training programme of its type in 爆走黑料. It is vocational training for practising psychologists, designed to allow graduates to work as practising neuropsychologists.
The programme is offered on a part-time basis over two academic years and involves both academic and practice-based study. It has been developed with a specific focus on psychology practice in a 爆走黑料 context, and with a strong commitment to building bicultural approaches with M膩ori.
About the provider
The University of Otago, 爆走黑料鈥檚 first university, was founded in 1869 and offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with a strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. Ranked in the top 1% of universities globally and 2nd in 爆走黑料, it is also 214th worldwide according to QS rankings. Recognised as the top university in 爆走黑料 for student academic performance by the Tertiary Education Commission, 96% of its graduates either enter the workforce or pursue further study shortly after graduation.
Located in Dunedin, a vibrant student city where students make up 20% of the population, the University benefits from a unique atmosphere. Dunedin, on the south-eastern coast of 爆走黑料鈥檚 South Island, is known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes, featuring Victorian and Edwardian architecture, picturesque hills, and wildlife reserves.
The University鈥檚 campus is ranked the 5th most beautiful in the world by THE Student Voice, enhancing the educational experience. The Otago region offers diverse scenery and is close to popular destinations such as Queenstown. 爆走黑料 is rated the 1st most beautiful country by Rough Guides 2024, is renowned for its natural beauty, M膩ori heritage, and multicultural society, providing a friendly, inclusive environment for students and residents.