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School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing
Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo
14 September 2023
If you’re interested in human health and behaviour and want to make a meaningful, tangible difference to people’s lives, UC's School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing is the place to start. Check it out.
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Welcome to Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing. If you’re interested in human health and behaviour and want to make a meaningful, tangible difference to people’s lives – this is the place to start.
We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate options which are highly regarded by our industries.
Our research receives national and international attention and is making a real difference to peoples' lives – from new speech therapy techniques for stroke patients to ground-breaking science into diet and mental health. We’re also home to several on-site clinics and pioneering research centres, attracting academics and specialists from all over the world.
Study in the School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing
We offer a wide range of highly regarded courses, qualifications and research opportunities in the fields of psychology, speech and language pathology, and audiology.
Our Speech and Language courses are accredited by Te Kāhui Kaiwhakatikatika Reo Kōrero o Aotearoa | New Zealand Speech-language Therapists’ Association.
We have a new Bachelor of Psychological Sciences degree or alternatively you can study psychology as part of a Bachelor of Science, Arts or Health Science.
We also have a range of postgraduate options for prospective students from a Master in Psychology, or Audiology.
Our research
UC is home to many world-leading research centres, institutes and on-site clinics. This provides students with first-hand experience in real-world research and clinical environments.
With a burgeoning post-graduate programme and new doctoral-level faculty in diverse areas of psychology, communication disorders, audiology, swallowing rehabilitation and stroke recovery, our research profile is rapidly expanding.
Our world-leading experts are collaborating on ground-breaking research and development work. Find out what we are working on.
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The Psychology Centre
"He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata". What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people.
The Psychology Centre is the clinical psychology training and research centre for UC's Clinical Psychology Programme. We offer students an opportunity to participate in a wide range of psychological assessments and treatments as part of their practicum course, working alongside senior clinical psychologists. Check out our Psychology Centre services.
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The Psychology Centre
"He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata". What is the most important thing in the world? It is people, it is people, it is people.
The Psychology Centre is the clinical psychology training and research centre for UC's Clinical Psychology Programme. We offer students an opportunity to participate in a wide range of psychological assessments and treatments as part of their practicum course, working alongside senior clinical psychologists. Check out our Psychology Centre services.
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The Psychology Centre
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Speech and Hearing Clinic
UC's Speech and Hearing Clinic offers a comprehensive range of professional services for people with communication difficulties and swallowing problems. Students enrolled in our Speech and Language Pathology and Audiology programmes attend appointments and are supervised by qualified clinicians. Learn more about the UC Speech and Hearing Clinic.
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Speech and Hearing Clinic
UC's Speech and Hearing Clinic offers a comprehensive range of professional services for people with communication difficulties and swallowing problems. Students enrolled in our Speech and Language Pathology and Audiology programmes attend appointments and are supervised by qualified clinicians. Learn more about the UC Speech and Hearing Clinic.
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Speech and Hearing Clinic
Engagement and careers
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Science outreach for schools
UC's science outreach programme inspires and supports future scientists, problem solvers, and innovators. We work with teachers and scientists to enhance science education in schools, give students real world experiences, and show the exciting career opportunities possible with science. Learn about UC's science outreach for schools.
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Science outreach for schools
UC's science outreach programme inspires and supports future scientists, problem solvers, and innovators. We work with teachers and scientists to enhance science education in schools, give students real world experiences, and show the exciting career opportunities possible with science. Learn about UC's science outreach for schools.
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Science outreach for schools
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What can I do with my degree?
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What can I do with my degree?
Search the University of Canterbury | Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha website.
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What can I do with my degree?
