Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced)

On successful completion of this Course students 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 rules

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).

 Volume of Learning

The Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) consists of a total of 100 credit points. Units normally carry 12.5 credit points (cps). A standard annual full-time load comprises eight (8) units (100cp), and a standard annual part-time load comprises four (4) units (50cp). The volume of learning of the Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) is typically 1 year.

Maximum Academic Credit

The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) is 25 cp (normally two units).

Research Statement

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