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Programme Aims

This program will assist graduates of non-psychology programs to fulfill the Australian Psychological Society (APS) requirements relating to three-year undergraduate training. Graduates of the program will be eligible to apply for entry to fourth-year programs at USQ and other Australian universities.

 
Programme Objectives

The Graduate Diploma in Psychological Studies is available to graduates of disciplines other than Psychology. Completion of this program at an appropriate level will enable students to apply for the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology. The program will develop students¡¯ capacity to apply research findings and to analyse critically relevant professional issues affecting current psychological practices and theory.

 
Course Modules

Pre-requisite
PSY1010 Foundation Psychology A
PSY1020 Foundation Psychology B
PSY1030 Cross Cultural + Indigenous Psychology
STA2300 Data Analysis

Compulsory Modules
PSY2100 Research Methods in Psychology A
PSY2110 Research Methods in Psychology B
PSY3010 Assessment of Behaviour
PSY2010 Social Processes of Behaviour
PSY2020 Motivation and Emotion
PSY2030 Developmental Psychology
PSY2040 Human Information Processing
PSY3110 Clinical Health Psychology

 
Admission Requirements

A recognised Bachelor degree from a fully accredited University / College.

 
Programme Structure and Duration
Intake: March / July / November
Duration: Part Time / Distance Learning: Minimum of 24 months
Programme Delivery:

Distance Learning Mode with the following support:

  • Exclusive access to USQ Connect, allows you to log on to USQ database library via the Internet 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Comprehensive study materials for individual units are supplied to all students.
  • Direct e-mail contacts with all USQ faculty members.
  • Online discussion group via the ¡®Learning Circle¡¯ chat room.
  • Distance Learning study material package
  • USQ Faculty Visits

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Method of Assessment:

All the courses include the combination of the following:

  • One or more assignments
  • Open or restricted examinations
  • 1 or more Quizes
  • Tutorial and Practices
  • Practical exercises

The assessment details are subject to change based on USQ¡¯s course requirements each semester. Students are required to check for the most updated assessment details here

 
How to Apply

To apply, applicants must complete and submit the USQ and Informatics application forms. The application must be supported by the following:

  • A one time non-refundable application processing fee.
  • 2 copies of Official Transcripts from University / College
  • 2 copies of Official Certificates
  • Application Form
  • 2 Passport Photos
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (for non-English speaking countries)

*Only for Mature Entry

 
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