D6015 Master of Applied Behaviour Analysis

The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Foundation studies, Part B. Core studies, and Part C. Applied studies. Depending upon prior qualifications, you may receive credit for Part A and Part C.

Part A. Foundation studies

These studies will introduce you to contemporary issues in the study of education. They are intended for students who come into the course without previous qualifications in education or work experience in education-related fields. You will engage with academic traditions and scholarly practices in the field of education at the postgraduate level, become acquainted with a broad range of debates across education contexts and develop an understanding of the complexities in the field.

Part B. Core studies

These units have theoretical and practical relevance to professionals in a range of contexts, including early intervention, general education, inclusive and special education, and specialised behaviour support. Through these units you will gain knowledge and expertise in the following areas:

• philosophy and science of learning
• concepts and principles of behaviour analysis and their application with diverse populations
• identification and assessment of behaviours
• function-based behavioural treatment
• evidence-based teaching practices for behaviour analysts
• experimental design for research in behaviour analysis
• data collection, analysis, and data-based decision-making
• performance management and supervision
• professional ethics for behaviour analysts.

Part C. Applied studies

These studies provide you with an opportunity to undertake a sequence of study related to a research project tailored to your own interests, in partnership with a supervisory team.

Master's entry points

Depending on prior qualifications you may receive entry level credit (a form of block credit) which determines your point of entry to the course:

• If you are admitted at entry Level 1 you will complete 96 credit points, comprising Part A, Part B and Part C
• If you are admitted at entry Level 2 you will complete 72 credit points, comprising Part B and Part C
• If you are admitted at entry Level 3 you will complete 48 credit points, comprising Part B.

Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit and complete one of the higher credit-point options.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Foundation studies (24 credit points), Part B. Core studies  (48 credit points) and Part C. Applied studies (24 credit points).

Units are 6 credit points unless otherwise stated.

Part A. Foundation studies (24 credit points)

You must complete the following units:

• EDF5610 Interacting with research in education contexts (12 credit points)
• EDF5611 Investigating education issues in global contexts (12 credit points)

Part B. Core studies (48 credit points)

You must complete the following units:

• EDF5679 Behaviour assessment and positive behaviour support
• EDF5683 Philosophical foundations of behaviour analysis
• EDF5684 Concepts and principles of learning
• EDF5685 Professional ethics for behaviour analysts
• EDF5686 Measurement, data analysis and experimental design
• EDF5687 Evidence-based instructional design
• EDF5688 Performance management and supervision
• EDF5794 Experimental analysis of learning and behaviour

Part C. Applied studies (24 credit points)

You must complete:

• EDF5801 Research approaches in applied behaviour analysis (12 credit points)
• EDF5802 Research thesis in applied behaviour analysis (12 credit points)

If you have been admitted at level 3 and are interested in taking applied studies, you may wish to consider revoking credit and complete the 72 credit point program.