Graduate Diploma in Psychology

• Introduction to Psychology Foundations​ (6 CP)
• Introduction to Psychological Science​ (6 CP)
• Brain and Behaviour* (6 CP)
• Psychological Disorders and Interventions* (6 CP)
• Development Across the Lifespan* (6 CP) ​ 
• Research Methods and Theory in Psychology* (6 CP)
• Research Design and Analysis in Psychology​ (6 CP)
• Psychological Assessment, Ethics, and Professional Skills (6 CP)
• Society, Psychological Health and Wellbeing​ (6 CP)
• Cognitive Psychology​ (6 CP)

*Students who complete two of these subjects plus Introduction to Psychology Foundations and Introduction to Psychological Science will be eligible to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Psychology.

Applicants must have completed one of the following UTS-recognised qualifications or an overseas equivalent (in any discipline): ​ 

• Advanced diploma (AQF 6) ​ 
• Bachelor's degree​ 
• Graduate certificate​ 
• Graduate diploma ​ 
• Doctorate or master's (research or coursework)

English language requirements
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is:

Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.5. For applicants without an Academic IELTS score, refer to the UTS Register of English Language Requirements Proficiency for other methods of satisfying the English language requirements for the course/s.

The UTS Online Graduate Diploma in Psychology is suitable for professionals from a diverse range of backgrounds and industries with no qualification in psychology.

The principles of psychology you will learn in this course can be applied to a range of disciplines, including business management, marketing and public relations, education and training, health care, environmental science, sports performance, public service and safety, military and emergency services, and information technology.

Your previous studies can be acknowledged as credit towards the Graduate Diploma in Psychology subjects Introduction to Psychology Foundations and Introduction to Psychological Science, provided you meet the relevant course requirements.

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The fees shown are per unit. The number of units are listed below fees. Together they indicate the total fees for the course.

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