Graduate Certificate of Psychology

On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:

• Systematically review and critically evaluate research from a variety of sources to inform their knowledge and conceptual understandings in psychology.
• Formulate arguments that are fit for purpose and demonstrate an understanding of the relevant theories and evidence in psychology.
• Critically analyse information to generate creative solutions to solve complex problems in the area of psychology.
• Define and integrate theoretical principles and apply these in their disciplinary areas of expertise.
• Apply knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for their own learning and practice, individually and in collaboration with others.
• Interpret and communicate ideas, problems and arguments in modes suitable to a range of audiences using a range of media.
• Coherently articulate a line of reasoning demonstrating cultural sensitivity and apply a framework to analyse and offer solutions to ethical dilemmas in local and international context.

Course rules

To qualify for the award of Graduate Certificate of Psychology, students must complete 200 credit points comprising of:

• Four (4) core units of study (50 credit points)

Professional Placements are subject to a competitive selection process. International students may be eligible for a Professional Placement where a relevant Professional degree exists. International students who successful gain a placement through the selection process will be required to change courses to the relevant Professional degree, in order to complete a placement and should consider any visa and extended study duration implications prior to applying. Placements are not available to OUA, Sarawak and other partner students.

The full Course Information Set and Whole of Institution Set are available for reference.