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Swinburne University of Technology

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Graduate Diploma of Psychology

  • Graduate Diploma

The Graduate Diploma of Psychology provides a fast-tracked way of learning the fundamentals of psychology for those who have completed a bachelor degree in another discipline. Develop knowledge in psychology and apply this to research projects and psychology practice activities.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
18 months full-time
Course Code
GD-PSYS
Study Mode
In person, Online

About this course

The Graduate Diploma of Psychology provides a fast-tracked way of learning the fundamentals of psychology for those who have completed a bachelor degree in another discipline. Develop knowledge in psychology and apply this to research projects and psychology practice activities. Analyse human behaviour, neurological disorders and cognitive processes to deepen your understanding of human nature. Completion of this course may lead to job opportunities in mental health, counselling, psychology and community service. This course has received accreditation from the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council ( APAC). Subject to full accreditation, this diploma is the first step to becoming a professional psychologist. Graduates who wish to practice as a psychologist will need further training in psychology as required by the Psychology Board of Australia. psychology, psych, grad dip

Study locations

Off-Campus

Online

Career pathways

Professional Recognition:
N/A
Career Opportunities:
The Graduate Diploma gives successful students the opportunity to engage in further psychological studies leading to a career in professional psychology or psychological research.


Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at Swinburne University of Technology.
92.7%
Overall satisfaction
73.2%
Skill scale
68.3%
Teaching scale
81%
Employed full-time
$85.6k
Average salary