GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PSYCHOLOGY

Core Subjects

Structure

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Graduates of this course who wish to become fully registered as psychologists must complete an accredited Masters degree (e.g., Master of Professional Psychology, with one further year of supervised practice or a Master of Psychology (Clinical)). Please refer to the Pathways to Registration as a Psychologist on the APAC website for more information.

Systematically integrate and apply a coherent and advanced body of knowledge with depth in major theoretical perspectives and concepts, and philosophical and historical developments, in the core areas of psychology which inform the professional practice of psychology, and the conduct and evaluation of scientific research.

Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge and evidence bases underpinning professional practice to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence in a manner that is reflexive, culturally appropriate and sensitive to the diversity of individuals including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Apply advanced English language and technological and numeracy skills to generate, interpret and communicate knowledge, data, arguments and research findings appropriate for a diversity of audiences including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Review and reflect on the ethics and efficacy of professional practice, interventions and interactions with consideration of culturally diverse populations, including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for one's own learning and practice in collaboration with others.

Apply knowledge and skills of research principles, methods and ethics to initiate, plan, execute and evaluate a piece of research and scholarship with some independence and creativity

Exercise high-level judgement, critical thinking and initiative to identify and solve complex problems, make informed, culturally responsive decisions

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Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of ”Band 1” – <a href='https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/procedures/student-services-procedures/admissions-policy-schedule-ii'>Schedule II</a> of the JCU Admissions Policy.

Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of ”Band 1” – <a href='https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/procedures/student-services-procedures/admissions-policy-schedule-ii'>Schedule II</a> of the JCU Admissions Policy. Offerings: All

Information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying, may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria.

Information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying, may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria. Offerings: All

Completion of an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree that includes an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved three-year sequence in Psychology completed within the past 10 years; and a minimum program GPA of 5.0; or 
Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved bridging degree that achieves foundational competencies within the past 10 years; and a minimum program GPA of 5.0; or
Other qualifications recognised by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the Academy as equivalent to the above.
Special note: Applicants for the 2022 or 2023 intakes that have completed a JCU AQF Level 7 bachelor degree that includes an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved three-year sequence in psychology within the past 10 years, and that do not meet the above–stated entry requirement, may be assessed as a transitional arrangement under the previous entry requirement of a credit average in all level 2 and 3 psychology subjects taken as part of that degree.

Completion of an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree that includes an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved three-year sequence in Psychology completed within the past 10 years; and a minimum program GPA of 5.0; or 
Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved bridging degree that achieves foundational competencies within the past 10 years; and a minimum program GPA of 5.0; or
Other qualifications recognised by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the Academy as equivalent to the above.
Special note: Applicants for the 2022 or 2023 intakes that have completed a JCU AQF Level 7 bachelor degree that includes an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved three-year sequence in psychology within the past 10 years, and that do not meet the above–stated entry requirement, may be assessed as a transitional arrangement under the previous entry requirement of a credit average in all level 2 and 3 psychology subjects taken as part of that degree. Offerings: All

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: <a href='https://www.jcu.edu.au/inherent-requirements/postgraduate-psychology'>Graduate Diploma of Psychology</a>.

All JCU students have the opportunity to demonstrate, with reasonable adjustments where applicable, the inherent requirements for their course. For more information please visit: <a href='https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student-services/student-disability'>Student Disability Policy and Procedure</a>.

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please visit: <a href='https://www.jcu.edu.au/inherent-requirements/postgraduate-psychology'>Graduate Diploma of Psychology</a>.

All JCU students have the opportunity to demonstrate, with reasonable adjustments where applicable, the inherent requirements for their course. For more information please visit: <a href='https://www.jcu.edu.au/policy/student-services/student-disability'>Student Disability Policy and Procedure</a>. Offerings: All

Course and Subject Handbook

15707 - Graduate Diploma of Psychology