Graduate Diploma of Psychology

Information valid for students commencing in 2015.

Course code	15707
Version	6
Course type	Graduate Diploma (AQF Level 8)
Professional accreditation status	This course is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Graduates of this course, who wish to become fully registered as psychologists, must complete, in addition to this course, two years of supervised practice in the field; or an accredited masters degree (e.g. Master of Psychology) with one further year of supervised practice.
Division	Tropical Health and Medicine

Award Requirements

Course Structure

Admission Requirements

Course pre-requisites	Completion of a bachelor degree that includes an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved three-year sequence in Psychology; and A minimum of a credit average in all level 2 and 3 Psychology subjects taken as part of that degree; or Other qualifications recognised by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the Division of Tropical Health and Medicine as equivalent to the above.
Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements	Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 1 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy.
Additional selection requirements	Nil
Special admission requirements	Nil

Academic Requirements for Course Completion

Credit points	24 credit points as per course structure
Additional course rules	Nil
Additional completion requirements	Nil
Course learning outcomes	On successful completion of the Graduate Diploma of Psychology, graduates will be able to: Systematically integrate an advanced and coherent body of knowledge with depth in major theoretical perspectives and concepts, and philosophical and historical developments, in the core areas of psychology Apply knowledge of research principles, methods and ethics to design and conduct scientific investigations that address psychological questions Review and reflect on the ethics and efficacy of professional practice, interventions and interactions Analyse, synthesise and evaluate knowledge and evidence bases underpinning professional practice to provide solutions to complex problems Apply advanced English language, and technological and numeracy skills to generate, interpret and communicate knowledge, data, arguments and research findings, appropriate for a variety of audiences Exercise high-level independent judgement, critical thinking and initiative to identify and solve complex problems, make informed decisions and plan ongoing professional learning within diverse research and/or professional practice contexts Adapt and apply research skills and psychological understanding, including where appropriate knowledge of cultural diversity, to investigate human behaviour with peer and supervisory support. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for personal outputs and all aspects of work or function of others.

Course Structure

Core subjects

PY4106:06 Group Project Part 1 of 2

PY4107:06 Group Project Part 2 of 2

PY4108:06 Advanced Topics in Psychology Part 1 of 2

PY4109:06 Advanced Topics in Psychology Part 2 of 2

Campus

COURSE AVAILABLE AT	NOTES
Cairns
Singapore
Townsville

Candidature

Expected time to complete	1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
Maximum time to complete	3 years
Maximum leave of absence	1 year

Progression

Course progression requisites	Nil
Course includes mandatory professional placement(s)	No
Special assessment requirements	Students may be required to undertake such tests and interviews as are considered necessary to assess their suitability to work in the helping professions.
Accreditation requirements	Nil
Maximum allowed Pass Conceded (PC) grade	Nil
Supplementary exam for final subject	Not applicable
Accreditation requirements	Graduates will be eligible for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. Graduates of this course who wish to become fully registered as psychologists, must complete two years of supervised practice in the field or an accredited masters degree.

Advanced Standing

Eligibility	Students may apply for advanced standing for previous tertiary study in accordance with the Advanced Standing and Articulation policy and associated procedures.
Maximum allowed	6 credit points
Currency	Advanced standing will be granted only for studies completed in the 10 years prior to the commencement of this course.
Expiry	Advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled 13 years after the date of the examination upon which the advanced standing is based if, by then, the candidate has not completed this course.
Other restrictions	Nil

Award Details

Award title	GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PSYCHOLOGY
Abbreviated title	GDipPsych
Inclusion of majors on testamur	Not applicable - this course does not have majors
Exit with lesser award	Not applicable
Course articulation	Not applicable