Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology

During this course, students will:

1. Discover the science of human thinking and behaviour.  
2. Learn about developmental psychology, psychological health and well-being and gain foundational knowledge of ethical and professional issues in psychology practice.
3. Develop a solid understanding of how different psychological perspectives are influenced by the world we live in, including cultural, professional, social and historical context.  

Start your journey in the field of psychology by gaining a solid foundation of key psychological concepts and methods.  Adelaide University's 100% online Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology can be completed in just six months of full-time study and is an ideal first step towards a range of in-demand degrees with your credit from this qualification. 

Recommended study pattern

Core subjects (must complete 3):

UO Counselling Concepts (SOCI1008)

UO Psychology 1A (PSYC1019)

UO Psychology 1B (PSYC1020).

Elective subjects (must complete 1):

UO Connecting and Working with Nature (PSYC1014)

UO Personal and Professional Development (SOCI1014).

Award requirements

Students must complete core and elective subjects as listed in the Recommended Study Pattern.

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Indicative total fee $9,013

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.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

Completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 or international qualification.

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate III (AQF level 3) or higher.

(for domestic students only):

• Completion of an Adelaide University approved enabling, pathway or bridging program; OR
• A competitive result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT); OR
• Successful completion of an Adelaide University online literacy and numeracy test, and relevant work experience; OR
• Qualify for special entry

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

• IELTS Overall 6.5
• IELTS Reading 6
• IELTS Listening 6
• IELTS Speaking 6
• IELTS Writing 6

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