Edith Cowan University
Graduate Diploma of Psychology
- Delivery: Online
- Commitment: 15 - 20 hours/week
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 16 months
Enrol in this completely online course to enhance your psychological literacy and gain a foundational understanding of the field.
Course overview
In Australia, demand for registered psychologists and other professionals with psychological skills is growing.
With ECU’s 100% online Graduate Diploma of Psychology, you will build your foundational knowledge of psychological science and develop a deep understanding of human development and behaviours.
Build your knowledge of psychology, promote psychological health and wellbeing and begin the pathway to becoming a registered psychologist.
Key facts
11th May, 2026
6th July, 2026
31st August, 2026
26th October, 2026
What you will study
- 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
Entry requirements
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
Outcomes
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
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated first-year tuition fee in 2026: $30,080 (domestic full-fee paying place).
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 120 credit points (normally six units) per year.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
