Graduate Diploma of
Psychological Studies
The Graduate Diploma of Psychological Studies offers a flexible, accredited pathway for graduates to explore the science of mind and behaviour.
​Covers Core Undergraduate and Honours Level Units in Psychology
ENTRY
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Meet criteria as a domestic student
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Completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in any discipline
(Overseas qualifications are translated into English and deemed equivalent to Australian qualifications by the Australian Education International – National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR))
LOCATION: Ivanhoe & Online
DURATION: 2 years full time or part time equivalent.
FEES: ~20,000+ FEE-HELP IS AVALIABLE
The Graduate Diploma is an APAC accredited course that combines Psychology Undergraduate & Honours.
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If you've already completed an undergraduate degree we offer a packaged two year graduate diploma that fast tracks your journey by doing the Undergraduate psychology core units and Honours together. Bridging four years into two.
Course Overview
Successful completion provides avenue to apply for a Master level psychology program. The Graduate Diploma of Psychological Studies is an APAC-approved, AQF Level 8 two-year program designed for those holding a bachelor’s degree in another discipline seeking a career change into psychology. This program bridges the gap to 4 years of psychology study, preparing graduates for postgraduate study and pathways to becoming a registered psychologist in Australia.
The course explores key areas such as personality, perception, cognition, learning, motivation, abnormal and developmental psychology, providing a deep understanding of human behaviour with practical and theoretical knowledge applicable across industries.
Course Structure
Delivery:
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Hybrid model: live face-to-face at Ivanhoe campus and flexible online offerings.
Duration:​
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Full-time: 2 years (4 semesters of 12 weeks).
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Part-time equivalent available.
Students enrolled in the mid-year intake will complete ISN411 Contemporary Professional Psychology in their semester 1 and ISN401 Lifespan Development and Psychopathology in their semester 2.
Course Structure, and further information are indicated in the course handbook linked below:
Entry Requirements
To apply for a position in the Graduate Diploma of Psychological Studies, prospective students must
demonstrate that they:
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Meet criteria as a domestic student, and
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Completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in any discipline
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Overseas qualifications are translated into English and deemed equivalent to Australian qualifications by the Australian Education International – National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition (AEI-NOOSR)
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Fees
Estimated Tuition Fees:
Year 1: $20,408
Year 2: $28,800
ISN Psychology is a FEE HELP approved provider. Tuiton fees are payable upfront or through FEE HELP for eligible students.
Learn more about fees and financial assistance here.
NOTE: All tuition fees are subject to annual CPI increases. Year on year fee increases will be indicated on this website each year prior to the start of the year in line with year on year Educational Consumer Price Index rises.
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Career
This Graduate Diploma is ideal for fast-tracking a career transition into psychology, enabling graduates to pursue further study toward becoming a practising psychologist. It also provides skills applicable in:
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Human Resources
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Marketing
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People & Culture
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Allied community and health services
Graduates are eligible to apply for postgraduate pathways, including Master of Psychology programs, leading to registration as a psychologist in Australia.
