ProviderDeakin UniversityDesigned for graduates from another discipline, the Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science provides an accelerated pathway into the study of psychology and human behaviour. Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), the course introduces foundational psychology knowledge while preparing you for further psychology study. You will explore core areas of psychology including child development, psychopathology, social behaviour, and neuroscience while developing research, analytical and communication skills. Delivered by academics active in the field, the course combines psychological theory with insights into human behaviour and mental processes. Offered on campus and online, the course provides flexible study options and can be completed in as little as one year full-time. Graduates can pursue APAC-accredited fourth-year study or apply psychology knowledge across a range of professional settings.
Postgraduate and higher courses usually use academic prerequisites, degree equivalence and English-language requirements.
To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet the following criteria:
If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
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