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Graduate Diploma in Psychology
Course information for - 2024 entry
- Duration
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1.25 years full-time or equivalent part-time
- ATAR
- N/A
- Start dates
- ACU Online Term 3 - July
Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Psychology is a pathway to further study for those who seek a psychology qualification in order to work towards a career in Psychology.
The course will provide graduates of non-APAC accredited Bachelor degrees with a pathway to obtain the same Level 1 qualification as the Bachelor degree in Psychology in an accelerated time frame.
Graduates of this course will be able to apply for further studies in psychology that may eventually lead to registration as a psychologist.
If your previous study has equipped you with knowledge, skills or experiences that align with the learning outcomes of units in your new course you may be able to apply for recognition of prior learning and you may be able to complete your course sooner.
Careers
Our graduates have pursued careers in:
- community work
- counselling
- further studies in psychology
- human services
- market research
- welfare
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Graduate Diploma in Psychology, a student must complete 100 credit points (cp) of specified units.
Course map
AQF framework
Entry requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Psychology, an applicant must have completed a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
An applicant must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2024 Admission.
Applicants with higher education study
To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma in Psychology, an applicant must have completed a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
If your previous study has equipped you with knowledge, skills or experiences that align with the learning outcomes of units in your new course you may be able to apply for recognition of prior learning and you may be able to complete your course sooner.
Inherent requirement
There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of that course or unit. You will need to be able to meet these inherent requirements to complete your course.
Learn more about inherent requirements for your course and how they affect you
Fees
Course costs
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points (normally 4 units) per semester.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- the number of units studied per semester;
- the choice of major or specialisation; and
- elective units.
The University reviews fees annually.
Payment options
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
Scholarships
You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.
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Deferment
Deferment is available for one year. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information.
Testimonial
I find that psychology is the perfect mix between developing people skills and developing scientific skills, and using both of those skill-sets simultaneously. A lot of people go into psychology thinking that it’s essentially counselling and that you’re just talking to people, but it also involves a lot of science and statistics, and I think that’s mainly why I’m drawn towards it.