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About the course
The Graduate Diploma in Psychology is designed for graduates new to psychology, introducing the science of human behaviour and mental processes. You’ll build foundational knowledge through core and selective units, with research-led teaching and access to modern facilities. The course provides a pathway to honours or higher psychology degrees and can support longer-term goals toward psychologist registration in this Graduate Diploma in Psychology. The programme develops advanced psychological assessment, intervention planning, and evidence-based practice for professional settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles where psychological knowledge is valued, such as market research, advertising, education support and policy work, and may progress into specialist psychology pathways with further study. With additional accredited training, career directions can include clinical, forensic, educational and developmental, organisational or sports psychology. This Graduate Diploma in Psychology supports entry into psychology-related careers and further professional study in psychology.
Entry requirements
Bachelor’s degree from any discipline from the University of Sydney or equivalent qualification.
Living Costs in Sydney**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |
Average Salary***
