Graduate Certificate in Islamic Psychology

What you will study

To complete the Graduate Diploma of Psychology, you must complete 32 credit points.

• Introduction to Islamic Psychology
• Islamic Psychology: Human Behaviour and Experience
• Applied Islamic Psychology and Counselling
• Essentials of Islamic Spirituality

Entry requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider.
• Work experience within the same industry as the course profile of no less than three years.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study or have work experience related to your course, you could receive credit for your degree, which would mean completing your qualification quickly. Please find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

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Outcomes

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:

• Analyse and discuss the key concepts and frameworks associated with Islamic psychology, human behaviour, human experience and counselling.
• Reflect on and evaluate the similarities and differences in the theory and practice of contemporary psychology and Islamic psychology.
• Reflect on and identify opportunities and challenges in applying Islamic psychology and counselling in the contemporary context.
• Demonstrate the application of Islamic therapeutic principles in counselling.

Career outcomes

The unique skill set you gain from this graduate certificate will be invaluable if you work with children, young people, individuals and families in community and mainstream settings, delivering counselling services for Muslim clients. The knowledge you'll leave with will enhance any career that involves engaging diverse audiences. The advanced communication, analysis and writing skills you'll graduate with can be used in any role and increase your employability when you want to take the next step in your career.

Fees and CSP

Average first-year fee in 2025: $8,496 (Commonwealth Supported Place).

The prices listed above are indicative only.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

• The number of units studied per term.
• The choice of major or specialisation.
• Choice of units.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

Commonwealth Supported Places

The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.

If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you only need to pay some of your tuition fees. The student contribution amount is the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.

Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.

Your student contribution amount is:

• Calculated per unit you're enrolled in.
• Depending on the study areas they relate to.
• Reviewed and adjusted each year.

HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.