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Graduate Diploma in Psychology

PostgraduateACU-PSY-GDI2026

Course information for 2026 intake View information for 2025 course intake

Pursue a career in psychology

Explore the principles, theories, and ethics that underpin contemporary psychology. Topics include mental processes, psychological disorders, and more. Careers include community work, counselling, human services, market research, and welfare.

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Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Credit available
Yes
Duration
Approx. 1 year full time or part time equivalent
Total subjects
10

Indicative first year fee

$29,944

Fee details

Available loans
Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Graduate Diploma in Psychology

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Entry requirements

Career opportunities

Our graduates have pursued careers in:

  • Community work
  • Counselling
  • Further studies in psychology
  • Human services
  • Market research
  • Welfare.

Professional recognition

This course is accredited with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (with conditions).

Australian job snapshots

Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.

RoleEarnings Employment change
Counsellors$75K to $93K Up 12.6%
Health and Welfare Services ManagersOver $120K Up 56.6%
Human Resource ManagersOver $120K Up 85.7%
Policy and Planning ManagersOver $120K Up 53.8%
Psychologists and Psychotherapists$93K to $120K

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