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Graduate Diploma of Mental Health

Graduate Diploma.
The University of Notre Dame Australia

1000

in world overall ranking*

79

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

Designed for registered nurses and allied health professionals, this Graduate Diploma builds advanced knowledge and skills for contemporary mental health practice. Developed with input from the medical profession, it emphasises practical application through written assignments, case studies and problem-solving. The program supports career progression in mental health care and can provide a pathway toward further postgraduate study in mental health nursing. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to work across a range of mental health settings, applying advanced practice capabilities to support clients experiencing acute and complex mental illness. The qualification supports professional development for registered nurses and relevant allied health practitioners seeking roles in hospital, community and specialist mental health services, and may assist progression to more senior clinical, practice development or service-focused positions in mental health nursing.

Entry requirements

You must have a professional health degree (or equivalent) and be registered with your professional registering authority.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

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1 years

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February, July

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Fremantle

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4131

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconTHE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME INTERNATIONAL WELCOME SCHOLARSHIP (POSTGRADUATE)

20% of tuition fees

tick iconTHE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME INTERNATIONAL WELCOME SCHOLARSHIP FOR NURSING

20% of tuition fees

tick iconTHE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME INTERNATIONAL WELCOME SCHOLARSHIP (UNDERGRADUATE)

25% of tuition fees

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