Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science

at University of Newcastle

You will engage with current research throughout the program to gain a foundational understanding of key psychological concepts, theories and practices.

Key areas of study include:
 

• Assessment and intervention
• Biological psychology
• Cognitive psychology
• Developmental psychology
• Personality
• Social psychology
• Research

Successful completion of this program will open up the pathway for further study should you wish to pursue a career in Psychology. Graduates of this program may be eligible to apply for the 1-year Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) program, which is required to apply for the Clinical and Professional coursework Master’s programs. Alternatively, you may wish to pursue other postgraduate pathways in Psychology such as the Master of Business Psychology.

Admission Requirements

In order to be admitted into the program, applicants must have successfully completed:
 

• An AQF 7 Bachelor degree (or higher), or equivalent.
• A competency exam administered online through Blackboard, demonstrating knowledge of first year psychology.

Students will be allowed a maximum of two attempts at the test. Students who do not pass the test will not be permitted to commence the program. Students will be able to defer their offer of admission for one year, and re-take the test the following year. Students will be directed to appropriate resources to consult prior to completion of the test.

Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements
 

• All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. 
• Applicants for this program must satisfy a minimum English Language Proficiency Standard equivalent to an IELTS overall minimum of 6.5 with no subtest result below 6.0

Fees

AUD 45,625 (indicative annual fee)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units).

Graduates develop a wide range of knowledge and skills valued across industries. You may continue to progress in your current career into management levels or shift your focus to specialise in human service organisations, employment agencies, counselling services, personnel management, market research, or health and community services.

Graduates will also have the option to continue with their education in Psychology though an Honours or Master’s program depending on their chosen career path to develop their professional and clinical skills.