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Graduate Diploma of Psychology

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Location
Online
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Study Mode
Online

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Awarded by
Edith Cowan University Online
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma

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Course Fee
Price may vary
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Duration
16 months (minimum) part-time

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Start Date
Upcoming intakes in: Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
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Payment Options
FEE-HELP, Payment plan, Upfront payment

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About the Course

The Graduate Diploma of Psychology offered by Edith Cowan University Online is designed for individuals seeking to build a foundational understanding of psychological science. This fully online program allows students to explore key areas such as human development, psychological health, and behaviour, equipping them with the knowledge necessary to promote wellbeing. The course is structured to be completed part-time over a minimum of 16 months, providing flexibility for those balancing professional and personal commitments.

Students will engage with a comprehensive curriculum that includes units on psychological wellbeing, human social behaviour, and research design, fostering a scientific approach to understanding human behaviour. This diploma serves as a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist, allowing those without a prior psychology degree to enter the field. With the added benefit of being accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, this program stands out as a robust option for aspiring psychologists and professionals in human-centred fields.

Enquire to learn more about how the Graduate Diploma of Psychology can enhance your career prospects and provide a solid foundation for further studies in psychology.

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
  • A Graduate Certificate of Psychology.

In this Graduate Diploma of Psychology course, the subjects students may study include:

  • 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

Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a young and progressive university with a strong reputation for excellence in teaching. Its reputation as a Good Universities Guide 5-star institution is built on knowledge sharing between students, industry, government, communities and wider university networks.

 

ECU offers a range of flexible, online postgraduate courses designed to give students a competitive edge in today’s market. From its beginnings as Claremont Teachers’ College in 1902, ECU now welcomes students on-campus, online and through its new accelerated study model. Designed to fit into a busy life, ECU Accelerated Online allows students to focus on one unit at a time and graduate sooner than a traditional course, while enjoying the same high-quality learning experience.

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