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The Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). The GD-PSYADS is an online Level 2 (Pre-professional Competencies) APAC program. This program utilises online digital learning teaching methodologies. Graduates of this course may enter the workforce or continue their studies in a related field, including studies that lead to a research career. For students aiming to become a registered psychologist, upon successful completion they may apply for further study in a postgraduate Level 3 (Professional Competencies) and/or 4 (Professional Competencies for Specialised Areas of Practice) APAC-accredited program leading to registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA).

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Duration

18 Month/s

Intakes

Online (March, July, November) - View application and start dates

Fees

A$30000 (annual for 2023)*

The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

Course information in detail

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Course description

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

Course structure

To qualify for the award of GD-PSYADS Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced), students must complete 100 credit points comprising :

Seven [7] core units (100cps)

An overall course grade (e.g., for level of honours, and entry into higher degree courses) is calculated by averaging the marks for the 7 units, each weighted by their credit point value (i.e., the grade for PSY80136 Thesis C – Empirical Study is weighted double).

Maximum Academic Credit
The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Graduate Diploma of Psychology is 75 credit points (normally six units)

Units of study

Students must complete the following seven (7) units (100.0cp):

PSY80112 Advanced Quantitative Methods *
PSY80113 Psychological Assessment *
PSY80114 Ethical and Professional Issues *
PSY80115 Counselling and Interventions *
PSY80117 Thesis A – Research Project Development
PSY80118 Thesis B – Literature Review *
PSY80136 Thesis C – Empirical Study * (25 cps)

* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.

Careers and graduate outcomes

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Career opportunities

Career options for graduates of this degree may include social welfare consultant, child safety officer, health officer, clinical worker, or researcher in areas such as psychology, health, or social sciences. This course qualifies students to progress to graduate training to become a psychologist. Graduates seeking general registration as practicing psychologists in Australia must successfully graduate from an accredited postgraduate program, such as the Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology), Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) or Doctor of Psychology (Clinical and Forensic Psychology). For more detailed information on Australian requirements for registration as a psychologist, visit the Australian Psychological Society website

Aims and objectives

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Apply the theories and methods of psychological science to theoretical and practical problems, and explain the underpinnings of professional practice of psychology.
Communicate effectively with specialist, non-specialist and professional audiences in contexts relevant to professional and clinical psychology, and the conduct of psychological research.
Apply the principles of selection, development, administration and interpretation of appropriate, valid and reliable psychological tests
Apply psychological assessment techniques and strategies to problems in psychological practice
Explain the principles and application of basic psychological interventions for a range of issues and contexts.
Apply psychological concepts, theories and methods in a manner that is science-based, safe and ethical, showing situational awareness and cultural competence
Work with a high degree of independence to design, conduct, evaluate and report original research

Course fees and requirements

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Course fees

A$30000 (annual for 2023)*

Entry requirements

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) can now be done on campus in Hawthorn at Room 132, Building TD. Book now or call +61 3 9214 3584 for more information.

To be eligible to apply, Australian applicants must have completed an APAC-accredited three-year or equivalent sequence in psychology. Students must achieve a minimum of a Distinction average (70%) in core psychology units at the third-year level.

Applicants who have completed a psychology major at an overseas university MUST provide evidence that their degree meets the requirements of an APAC-accredited Australian undergraduate degree in psychology.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

• IELTS (Academic Module): Overall 7.0 with no individual band below 7.0
• Swinburne English Language Centre: EAP 5 Advanced level with overall 75% and all skills 70% or above
• TOEFL iBT: minimum score 95 (Reading no less than 20, Writing no less than 22)
• Or equivalent measures available at

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Please note: This online course is not available to on-shore international students holding a student visa.

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