Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced)

Graduate Diploma

program websiteThis accelerated, advanced program provides an ideal platform from which to step into the professional world of psychology.

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Diploma

Duration

1 year full-time

Course Code

Available to non-student visa holder ONLY.

About this course

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Progress rapidly in the psychological domain

This accelerated, advanced program provides an ideal platform from which to step into the professional world of psychology. Conveniently studied part-time over just 1.3 years (subject to course availability) -100% online-it offers the equivalent learning of a psychology bachelor degree's honours year.

Successful completion will open many rewarding career paths.

What you will learn

Developed by the University's world-class, research-active psychology academics, including titleholders working in clinical practice, the degree is highly practical and industry-informed. You will:

gain significant capability in effective questioning, rapport building and empathic responding
learn about important psychological assessment and testing considerations, including key ethical issues and cultural responsiveness
understand when and how to apply appropriate psychological concepts and interventions
acquire advanced research design and analysis capabilities, and the ability to apply them to complex real-world problems
hone skills in the effective presentation of your research findings to a variety of audiences.

Career pathways

You could continue studying to become a registered psychologist. You might go on to a research master's or PhD. Or perhaps you'll apply your psychological skills and insight directly in the workforce, enhancing both your own performance and that of those around you.

Course structure

The University of Adelaide has partnered with Pearson, the world's leading global learning company, to deliver this degree 100% online. The Partnership has been established to deliver the very best experience and learning outcomes to all our students. Students will be awarded a University of Adelaide qualification and this degree meets the University's highest quality standards.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at University of Adelaide.

90.3%

Employed full-time

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