The regulations for this postgraduate diploma are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

1 In order to be admitted to this postgraduate diploma, a student needs to have: 

a been enrolled in the Degree of Master of Creative Arts Therapy

and

b passed at least 30 points in that degree

and

c been recommended for admission by the Programme Director. 

2 A student admitted to this postgraduate diploma must: 

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

3 The total enrolment for this postgraduate diploma must not exceed 160 points. 

4 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must complete the requirements as listed in the Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Arts Schedule.

5 A student may substitute an approved research methods course for CREAT 709 with the approval of the Programme Director.

6 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar. 

7 This postgraduate diploma may be awarded with Distinction or Merit as specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas. 

8 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

9 These regulations have been amended with effect from 1 January 2026.