Graduate Diploma in Psychology

Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Psychology is an online program that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological theory, contemporary knowledge, and data analysis skills. It is designed for individuals seeking career advancement or further studies in psychology. The program offers flexible online learning, a wide range of topics, and innovative teaching methods. Graduates are prepared for careers in various fields, including human resources, marketing, mental health, and social services.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Graduate Diploma in Psychology is an online program that provides students with a deep understanding of psychological theory, contemporary knowledge, and psychological data analysis skills.
It is designed for individuals who want to enhance their careers through the application of psychological principles or who plan to pursue further studies to become a Psychologist.
• Objectives: The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to:
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of psychological theory and contemporary knowledge.
• Apply psychological concepts to complex personal, social, and societal issues.
• Build broad skills in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methodology psychological data analysis.
• Develop high-level psychological research capabilities.
• Expand their awareness of cross-cultural perspectives on mental health and behavior.
• Reflect on ethical and legal issues underpinning psychological research and practice.
• Develop effective interpersonal skills for communicating psychological observations and strategies to various audiences.

Outline:

• Program Content: The program covers a wide range of topics in psychology, including:
• Research methods in psychology
• Biological psychology
• Cognitive psychology
• Developmental psychology
• Social psychology
• Abnormal psychology
• Clinical psychology
• Health psychology
• Organizational psychology
• Program Structure: The program is designed to be completed in 1.7 years of part-time study.
It consists of 16 courses, each worth 12.5 credit points. Students can choose to specialize in one of three areas:
• Clinical Psychology
• Organizational Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Course Schedule: Courses are offered in a flexible online format, allowing students to study at their own pace and schedule.
Courses are typically offered in 12-week blocks, with three courses running concurrently.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: The program uses a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:
• Group work
• Poster and oral presentations
• Written assignments
• Critical evaluations
• Case studies
• Problem sets
• Quizzes
• Assessment Criteria: Assessments are designed to evaluate students' knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
• Understanding of psychological theory and concepts
• Ability to apply psychological principles to real-world situations
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Research skills
• Communication skills
• Ethical awareness

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program is delivered through a combination of online lectures, tutorials, and discussion forums.
• Faculty: The program is taught by a team of experienced academic staff from the University of Adelaide's School of Psychology.
• Unique Approaches: The program utilizes a variety of innovative teaching methods, including:
• Online simulations
• Case-based learning
• Experiential learning activities

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Psychology are prepared for a range of careers that require superior problem-solving, critical thinking, and understanding of human behavior, such as:
• Human resource management
• Advertising and marketing
• Evaluation and applied research
• Mental health services
• Youth work
• Family and social services
• Public and private sector management
• Juvenile justice and corrective services
• Relationship counseling
• Residential care worker
• Private sector administration and management
• Correctional services
• Opportunities: Graduates from the program can also pursue further studies to become a Psychologist.
• Outcomes: Graduates from the Graduate Diploma in Psychology have gone on to roles such as:
• Advertising Strategist
• Market Research Analyst
• Marketer / Marketing Manager
• Medical Device Developer
• Business Management
• Community Outreach Worker
• Counselor
• Research and Education
• Social Worker
• Human Resource Manager