MSc (Applied Behaviour Analysis)
College of Arts, Social Sciences, & Celtic Studies
Key facts
Entry requirements
Applications are invited from candidates who hold a Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent). Evidence of relevant experience and motivation will be taken into account in offering places on the course.
Duration:
2 years, full-time
Next start date: September 2012
Average intake: 15
Closing date:
25 May 2012
Taught
Course overview
This programme is designed to meet the growing need for practitioners who can work effectively within systems to improve the quality of services in the fields of intellectual and developmental disabilities, education, rehabilitation, and mental health. The principles and strategies of ABA can be used to alter a wide range of human behaviour and are often recommended as the best practice approach for working with people with intellectual disabilities and/or pervasive developmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder.
Course outline
The programme features thorough training in a wide variety of techniques in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Students are given training in the theoretical foundations of behaviour analysis as well a multitude of skills to train as practitioners in a real world setting. There is a strong emphasis placed on the ability to work with, and provide treatment for, diverse and complex populations. Students learn to demonstrate competence in the design of educational and rehabilitative programmes in an applied environment.
Applications and selections
Applications are made online via The Postgraduate Applications Centre (PAC). Relevant PAC application code(s) above.
Requirements and assessment
Participants will be assessed throughout the programme by a combination of project assignments, case study reports, thesis research, and written examinations.
Find out more
Dr Geraldine Leader
T: +353 91 493 434
E: geraldine.leader@nuigalway.ie
