Applied Behaviour Analysis

About This Course

Our MSc Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is aimed at those wishing to specialise in practical applications of behaviour analysis including positive behaviour support and behaviour analysis in education. The course is designed to develop advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of the basic principles of behaviour analysis and the application of the principles within clinical and research settings.

Behaviour analysts work in a variety of multi-disciplinary settings alongside teachers, psychologists, nurses and other professionals to help individuals and organisations meet their goals and improve quality of life.

Programme Structure

The course has been designed with flexible study in mind. Available study options are: fully remote learning, or a blend of independent and face-to-face learning.

During each week of the course, we will provide pre-recorded lectures and guided learning for students to access in their own time. There will also be two options for 90 minutes of live seminars per module each week: One seminar will be offered face-to-face at Bangor University during the day; A second, live, seminar will be conducted online from 18:00-19:30 UK time.

The course is designed to be flexible; students may come to Bangor and interact with their peers and lecturers in person. However, if for any reason a student cannot attend live seminars during the day, we welcome you via our remote platform in the evening.

Technical requirements for remote learning: Please note that attendance in seminars is mandatory. If you choose to attend from a distance, you MUST have access to a reliable internet connection and a device from which to attend seminars. We will expect you to turn your on cameras and participate during remote seminars. At Bangor University, we prioritise the conversations we have with our students. We feel strongly that relationships are central to the values-led practice of behaviour analysis and that the conversations and relationships that develop between students and lecturing staff can be pivotal in the development of an ethical practice of behaviour analysis.

Students may need to travel to Bangor to register in September, but all seminars and assessments may be taken from a distance. In 2023, distance learning is only available to students who are resident in the UK.