Graduate Diploma of Psychology

• Psychological Science of Wellbeing
• Psychological Development and Diversity in Childhood
• Psychological Development and Diversity in Adulthood
• Psychological Science of Human Social Behaviour
• Psychological Science of Human Information Processing
• Neuroscience and Human Behaviour
• Correlational Research Design and Analysis
• Experimental Research Design and Analysis

To gain entry to the Graduate Diploma of Psychology online, applicants must have:

• An Australian bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or higher-level qualification in any discipline (besides psychology major) from a recognised tertiary institution; or
• A Graduate Certificate of Psychology

Learning outcomes

• Foundational understanding and psychological literacy
  Build your foundational knowledge in psychological science and develop a deep understanding of human development, behaviours and common psychological disorders across the lifespan.
   
• Scientific approach
  Cultivate a scientific approach to understanding human behaviour and learn to apply psychological theory to real-world contexts.
   
• Cultural perspectives
  Enhance your understanding of cultural differences in psychological health and wellbeing, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Apply theories of social psychology to local and global issues and events. Practice self-reflection to enhance your professional development.

Career outcomes

Upon successfully completing the Graduate Diploma of Psychology online, you will be able to continue your studies on the pathway to becoming a registered psychologist.

You can take the next step and study a Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) before applying for provisional registration.

Alternatively, you can apply the skills you gained in your Graduate Diploma of Psychology to a variety of roles in human-centred fields including:

• Education
• Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Human Services
• Healthcare

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