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Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science
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Navitas Group - ACAP University College - Melbourne Campus, Australia
AUD 33957
Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
12 Month
Duration
6.5
IELTS
60%
Min GPA
Program Overview
If you’ve already passed an undergraduate degree, but have a driving passion to understand human behaviour at a deeper level, this is the course for you. Our Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science gives you deep insight into why we think and act the way we do.
You will build a strong foundation in critical and analytical thinking and develop your skills to successfully design, construct and evaluate research, allowing you to uncover the nuances of human behaviour through the scientific discipline of psychology.
This course is conditionally accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
What you'll learn
Expertise in human behaviour forms the foundation of all our courses including our Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science.
Explore With An Applied Focus:
- Research methodology and statistics
- Perception and cognition
- Learning and memory
- Lifespan development
- Psychopathology
- Psychological measurement and assessment
- Intercultural diversity and Indigenous psychology
- Professional issues and applications
Additional Information
Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma
College/University Processing Time 3 Days
Program Format Full-Time
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree.
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Tuition Fee
The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the page.
Average Tuition Fee Per Year
33957
Tuition Fee
(AUD)
Free
Application Fee
(AUD)
29710 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(AUD)
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Scholarships
Available to new international undergraduate and postgraduate students, this scholarship is awarded based on academic merit and the ability to demonstrate leadership, community contribution, personal development, and future impact.
| Study Areas | Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Management, Criminology | |
| Eligible courses |
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| Available at | Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney | |
| Student Type | International | |
| Study Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate | |
| Intake | Trimester 1, 2027 & Trimester 2, 2027 | |
| Value | 20% of published tuition fees | |
| Selection Criteria & Entry Requirements |
Scholarship Assessment Criteria
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Written Statement
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| Applications close |
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| Eligible Courses |
Undergraduate
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Postgraduate
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The Early Bird Scholarship rewards eligible international students who finalise their enrolment in advance, with financial support of up to $16,000 depending on your chosen course pathway.
| Study Areas | Individual Value | Total Scholarship Value |
| Bachelor of Social Work | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Master of Social Work (Qualifying) | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Graduate Certificate in Human Services + Master of Social Work (Qualifying) | $5,000 + $6,000 | $11,000 |
| Graduate Certificate in Counselling + Graduate Certificate in Human Services + Master of Social Work (Qualifying) | $5,000 + $5,000 + $6,000 | $16,000 |
| Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Eligibility criteria
New international students with no prior enrolment in the same course can secure an Early Bird Scholarship for Trimester 1, 2027. Scholarships are valid for 6 weeks from the issue date of the offer letter or up until 1 December 2026, whichever occurs first. Applicants must meet standard ACAP admission requirements, including academic and English proficiency standards, to be eligible. For detailed terms and conditions, visit
General Admission Requirements
- Academic Qualifications: You must have completed a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12) or equivalent, or a Certificate IV or higher qualification.
- English Language Proficiency: You must provide evidence of English proficiency, such as an IELTS score (specific to your course) or a PTE Academic score of 52, completed within the last two years.
- Age: You must be 18 years or older upon arrival in Australia to commence your studies.
- Student Visa: You must meet the requirements and demonstrate financial capacity to cover living costs (approx. $29,710 per year) and tuition fees.
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