Graduate Diploma of Psychology
The Graduate Diploma in Psychology at ACAP is a 1 year degree that provides a fourth year of accredited study in psychology for people who have already completed an accredited three-year sequence and who wish to continue their training towards registration as a psychologist.
It is also suitable for those seeking employment in areas that value a knowledge of psychology and more advanced level research and writing skills.
Graduates may be eligible to enter postgraduate psychology programs depending on the grades they achieve.
Students in the Graduate Diploma in Psychology complete an independent research project under supervision as well as advanced coursework including an introduction to specialties of psychology in the profession (e.g, clinical psychology; clinical neuropsychology, organisational psychology).
The Graduate Diploma in Psychology at ACAP is recognised by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council that sets standards for psychology education in Australasia.
FEE-Help available.
Quick look at the Graduate Diploma of Psychology
| Course length | Minimum of 1 year F/T or 2 years P/T and maximum 1 year F/T or 2 years P/T |
| Entry requirements | Completed a 3 year accredited sequence in psychology within the last 10 years. Credit average in second and third year units, including a credit in the majority of psychology units |
| Available to | Domestic and International Students |
| Study | On-campus in Sydney only |
| Units | 7 units of study, 4 coursework and 3 Research (24 credits in total) |
| Funding | FEE-HELP and scholarships will be available |
Did you know?
- Not everyone who completes a 3 year accredited sequence of study in psychology will go on to become a registered, professional psychologist.
- A three year sequence of study in psychology provides the foundation to build a range of possible careers outcomes such as:
- Jobs in health and social welfare, social and/or market research, human services, disability and aging, mental health services, juvenile justice, immigration and refugee support services, indigenous services.
- A six year sequence of study in psychology provides the foundation to build a range of possible professional specialisations such as:
- Clinical psychologist, community psychology, counseling psychology, clinical neuropsychology and more.
