Applied Behaviour Analysis MSc

This MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is aimed at those wishing to specialise in practical applications of behaviour analysis. The course is designed to support practitioners develop an effective, compassionate, and values-led practice. 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.

The emphasis of the course is to ensure students have the skills to develop a competent and ethical practice of behaviour science. Students will consider how an understanding of behaviour can empower people to make positive changes in their lives. Behaviour analysis in the UK is a growing field with excellent employment opportunities.

Professionals are overseen by the UK Society for Behaviour Analysis (UK-SBA.) The UK-SBA’s register of professionals is accredited under the Professional Standards Authority’s Accredited Register programme. We endorse and adhere to the UK-SBA practice values and Code of Ethical and Professional Conduct. Becoming a Certified Behaviour Analyst =This master’s degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) at Bangor University provides the postgraduate coursework necessary for students to apply to become certified behaviour analysts in the United Kingdom.

Candidates for the UKBA(cert) will also be required to complete the UK-SBA Supervision and Competence Standards. Please note that the course does not prepare students to sit an exam with the BACB. From 2026, the BACB will only certify candidates in USA and some parts of Canada.

Qualification This programme leads to a Masters degree. Students can exit the programme after achieving either a PG Certificate (60 credits) or PG Diploma (120 credits) if they don’t wish to undertake the full MSc. Delivery The course is taught at the Bangor campus with face-to-face lectures.

Students will attend class for up to 9 hours a week during term time. The full-time course is intensive and intended for those who wish to devote most of their time to their studies. The course emphasises practical applications, advanced behaviour analytic theory and current advances in research.

Placements

We will offer a limited number of unpaid placements for full-time students. These placements will be allocated following an interview and after one semester of study. We have placements available in schools in North Wales and Chester.

Students who enrol on the practicum will receive supervision based on the UKBA(cert) Competence Framework. Students on the practicum will have the opportunity to complete Clinical Case studies in lieu of a research project to fufill their dissertation requirements. To be eligible to enrol in practicum, students must be a Practising Members of the UK-SBA.