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About the course
Western Sydney University’s Graduate Diploma in Psychology is an APAC-accredited fourth-year psychology program designed as an alternative pathway to honours. It supports eligible graduates to develop advanced research and professional capabilities and pursue pathways toward provisional registration, or continue into higher degree research. The course is taught by experienced staff and engages students in an active research culture in psychology. The programme develops advanced psychological assessment, intervention planning, and evidence-based practice for professional settings.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue a range of psychology-related career directions across community, government and private sectors, using advanced research and psychological knowledge developed in the fourth year. Possible pathways include progressing toward work as a psychologist (following further training/registration requirements), roles in occupational or organisational settings, and positions supporting wellbeing and behaviour change. This is a Graduate Diploma in Psychology focused on fourth-year preparation and progression.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as counsellor, clinical psychologist, occupational psychologist, educational psychologist, occupational psychologist, sport and exercise psychologist, and etc. in companies including schools, universities, hospitals, companies, private practice, and etc.Living Costs in Parramatta**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320 |
Average Salary***
