Course overview
With ECU’s 100% online Graduate Diploma of Psychology, you will build your foundational knowledge of psychological science and develop a deep understanding of human development and behaviours.
You can apply your skills to a variety of human-centred fields including education, marketing, human resources and social work.
You can also continue your studies to become a registered psychologist.
Why study a Graduate Diploma of Psychology with ECU Online?
Pathway towards a career as a registered psychologist
The Graduate Diploma of Psychology can be your first step towards becoming a registered psychologist. Fast-track your studies by completing your graduate diploma in only eight units.
Entry without a bachelor degree
If you have five years work experience in any field, you can gain entry to our Graduate Certificate of Psychology, before progressing to our Graduate Diploma of Psychology.
Flexible, accelerated and 100% online
Our degrees allow you to tailor your study to your busy schedule and complete your degree sooner than traditional on-campus study.
APAC accredited
Our Graduate Diploma of Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Professional recognition
2022 Good Universities Guide
ECU was rated 5 stars for overall educational experience and student support in the postgraduate Psychology discipline. ECU was also rated five stars for postgraduate overall experience.
2022 THE Young University Rankings
ECU has again been ranked in the world's top 100 universities under 50 years old.
THE Impact Rankings 2021
ECU has been ranked in the top 50 in the world for Quality Education, as well as the top 25 in the world for Health and Wellbeing and Gender Equality.
What you will study
ECU's Graduate Diploma of Psychology consists of eight units:
- Psychological Science of Wellbeing
- Psychological Development and Diversity in Childhood
- Psychological Development and Diversity in Adulthood
- Psychological Science of Human Social Behaviour
- Psychological Science of Human Information Processing
- Neuroscience and Human Behaviour
- Correlational Research Design and Analysis
- Experimental Research Design and Analysis
ECU's Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) consists of eight units:
- Foundations of Client-Centred Psychological Practice
- Applications of Psychological Assessment
- Applications of Psychological Interventions
- Applied Psychological Practice
- Qualitative Research Skills and Applications
- Evidence Based Practice in Psychology
- Applied Psychological Research Design
- Communicating Research in Psychology
ECU's Graduate Certificate of Psychology consists of four units. You will study any four of the following eight units to complete the Graduate Certificate of Psychology.
- Psychological Science of Wellbeing
- Psychological Development and Diversity in Childhood
- Psychological Development and Diversity in Adulthood
- Psychological Science of Human Social Behaviour
- Psychological Science of Human Information Processing
- Neuroscience and Human Behaviour
- Correlational Research Design and Analysis
- Experimental Research Design and Analysis
Course information
Admission requirements
To gain entry to the Graduate Diploma of Psychology, applicants must have:
- An Australian Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or higher-level qualification in any discipline from a recognised tertiary institution; or
- A Graduate Certificate of Psychology.
Pathway to further study
Remain flexible while you pursue your postgraduate degree with our gateway qualifications. If you need to exit early, you could still receive a Graduate Certificate of Psychology after completing four units.
Graduate Certificate
4 units
or continue studying
Graduate Diploma
+4 units
(8 units total)
This degree is a pathway to the Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced), which empowers successful graduates to be eligible to enrol in a Higher degree or 5+1 pathway course and apply for provisional registration as a psychologist.
Still have questions?
Download a course guide or speak with a Student Enrolment Advisor. Our team can assist you with:
- Eligibility & enrolment enquiries
- Course duration & fees
- Flexible entry & study pathways
- How online study will fit with your schedule
