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Psychology & Communication

Are you ready to transform your career and expand your horizons as an empowered professional who can influence people, drive change & lead with confidence?
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Psychology & Communication

Are you ready to transform your career and expand your horizons as an empowered professional who can influence people, drive change & lead with confidence?
Talk to an advisor

Psychology & Communication

Are you ready to transform your career and expand your horizons as an empowered professional who can influence people, drive change & lead with confidence?
Talk to an advisor

PSYCHOLOGY & COMMUNICATION

1st

in New Zealand*
*QS World University Rankings 2025

48th

in the World**
**Digital Leaders in Higher Education 2025 Global Ranking

7,400

professionals have studied
an online course since 2020

81

different nationalities
studying online in 2025

As organisations and societies navigate rapid change, professionals who understand human behaviour and can communicate strategically and effectively are in high demand. From shaping workplace culture to driving social change, expertise in applied psychology and communication empowers you to build engagement and lead with confidence in diverse environments.

The University of Auckland’s online programmes in Psychology and Communication combine cutting-edge research with real-world application. These qualifications are designed to help you develop advanced analytical, research, and communication skills that employers value – preparing you for leadership roles across business, media, education, health, social work and beyond.

Whether your goal is to influence organisational culture, champion social change, or deepen your understanding of human behaviour, our flexible online programmes will help you make a meaningful impact.

ONLINE PSYCHOLOGY & COMMUNICATION COURSES AND DEGREES

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Postgraduate

Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology

Duration: 1.5 years part-time study
Start Dates: 2 March 2026

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Postgraduate

Master of Communication

Duration: 3 years part-time study
Start Dates: 2 March 2026

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Online Course

The New Science of Mind and Brain

Duration: 8 weeks
Start Dates: 29 September 2025

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Online Course

Organisations and Culture

Duration: 10 weeks
Start Dates: April 2026

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Online Course

Strategic HR Management

Duration: 10 weeks
Start Dates: September 2025

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Online Course

HR Policy & Practice

Duration: 10 weeks
Start Dates: April 2026

New Zealand citizens or permanent residents, even if living overseas, are not considered international students.
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