Graduate Certificate of Psychology

Social Psychology

Explain how individuals interact with society through group dynamics, cultural influences, and applied issues.

Personality

Learn about the major approaches psychologists use to understand personality and how these differences drive behaviour.

Development

Understand the processes involved in psychological growth and how people change with age.

Communication

Develop effective communication skills to convey clear and constructive information to staff members and executives (both oral and written communication).

Ethical Decision-Making

Apply knowledge, show ethical judgement and strong decision-making skills.

Analysis

Use your learnt knowledge to analyse and solve complex problems.

Take your first step toward understanding and influencing human behaviour, and your graduate diploma. The program provides foundational knowledge and skills for individuals who wish to explore the field of psychology (e.g. organisational or educational psychology), and builds a strong foundation in psychological theory and research.

Recommended study pattern

Introduction to Research Methods (PSY70010)

Brain and Behaviour (PSY70011 )

Fundamentals of Psychology (PSY70012)

Foundations of Statistics (STA70006)

Award requirements

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Psychology students must complete 50 credit points comprising of:

• Four (4) core units.

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Indicative total fee $14,840

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

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To gain entry into this course, applicants must have completed of an undergraduate Bachelor’s degree in any discipline or a higher university qualification is required. Applicants with a completed Advanced Diploma will also be considered.

Work Experience Entry: A minimum of 5 years equivalent full-time relevant professional experience Professional experience can include teaching, community work, allied health, youth work, or any experience working with research data.

• Swinburne University English for Academic Purposes Certificate: EAP 5 Advanced: 70%, OR
• Obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0, OR
• A TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 550 (with Test of Written English (TWE) score of 5), OR
• A TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 79, with no individual band below 18, OR
• Equivalent levels of English language proficiency using other English language tests or measures as approved by the Senior DVC & Provost.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Speak to a Course Consultant about applying for RPL.