Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology – MEdDevPsych
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
If you’re keen to understand your own and others' learning, the multiple dimensions of learners in their formal and informal learning contexts, and the complex environments and settings we learn in, the Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology is for you.
As a leader in education, a teacher, an educator, or someone working in the community, this qualification will develop your knowledge, expertise, bicultural understanding and empathy in working alongside others. You’ll use contemporary assessment, learning, and change processes and tools. We have a strong bicultural programme to represent our context of Aotearoa New Zealand and our inclusive multicultural society.
Make a difference to children’s lives
The qualification emphasises the need to apply educational psychology critically to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people, as well as those who work alongside them. There is a strong focus on rights-based, ‘child voice’, learner identity, and learner empowerment to be involved in matters that affect them. The qualification foregrounds a child’s rights focus and adheres to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC, 1989).
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Admission to Massey
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
To enter the Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology you will have:
- have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related relevant discipline; having achieved a grade average of at least a B in the highest level courses, or equivalent; and
- have completed at least 60 credits of Pro Vice-Chancellor or delegate approved psychology courses* including at least 45 credits at 200 level or higher; having achieved a grade average of at least a B; and
- have completed at least 45 credits of Pro Vice-Chancellor or delegate approved education courses including at least 30 credits at 200 level or higher; having achieved a grade average of at least a B; and
- have completed at least one year of full-time or two years of part-time professional, learning or community learning experience related to education.
*These courses could include social, health, educational, clinical, indigenous, neuro or developmental psychology, brain and behaviour or memory and cognition.
You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
Please note:
- If you are a domestic student currently overseas, it is beneficial for you to be living in New Zealand while you are completing Part One but it is compulsory for you to be living in New Zealand while you are completing Part Two.
- All Part 2 students also need a Police clearance check before working with young people. If you have any questions about this please contact us using the Get advice button on this page.
Successful completion of the Master of Educational Psychology or the Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology will not give automatic entry into the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational and Developmental Psychology (the internship).
Admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in Educational and Developmental Psychology (the internship) is by selected entry only. To be eligible to apply for this internship, you will have a grade average of B+ or higher in your master’s qualification.
English language requirements
To study this qualification you must meet Massey's English language competency requirements.
Time limits for Honours, Distinction and Merit
Where your qualification is completed within the stated time limit and to a high standard, you may be able to graduate with a class of Honours, Distinction or Merit.
- Look for information under ‘Student Progression’ in the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas and Postgraduate Certificates.
- Contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.
Prior learning, credit and exemptions
For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:
- review the Recognition of Prior Learning regulations
- contact us through the Get advice button on this page.
English language skills
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.
Maximum time limits for completion
There are maximum time limits to complete postgraduate qualifications. If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.
Official regulations
To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.
Returning students
For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.
In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.
Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa is a leading New Zealand university, world-renowned for unique practical qualifications, ground-breaking research, and online courses.
Each year over 5,000 international students from more than 100 countries find a warm welcome at Massey. We are ranked in the top 250 universities in the world by QS World Rankings and have a well-established reputation for academic leadership, research excellence and innovative teaching.