Accreditation and Professional Recognition Expand The Graduate Certificate in Psychological Science is a Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) accredited program. This program sits within level 8 of the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Admission Criteria Expand Applicants must have completed an Australian undergraduate (AQF level 7) degree or equivalent qualification in any discipline. Applicants will also be required to submit proof of identity/citizenship, in the form of a passport, birth certificate or citizenship certificate. Please see our application portal for detailed instructions on submitting an application. Please note this course is not available to international student applications.
Career Opportunities Expand Alternative Entry into the Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science: Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate with a WAM of 60 or higher will automatically be offered a place into the Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science at Cairnmillar with recognition of prior learning (RPL) for the four completed units.
Course Structure Expand The Graduate Certificate In Psychological Science consists of 50 credit points across a total of four units of study. Full Time Semester One - students can undertake any four units from those listed below, subject to availability. PSY401 Theories of Personality PSY402 Research Design and Statistics PSY403 Social Psychology PSY404 Developmental Psychology PSY405 Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience PSY406 Psychopathology Part Time Semester One - any two units from the below. Please note, it is strongly recommended to take PSY402 in the first semester of this course. PSY401 Theories of Personality PSY402 Research Design and Statistics PSY403 Social Psychology PSY404 Developmental Psychology Semester Two - both of the units below. PSY405 Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience PSY406 Psychopathology
Fees and Scholarships Expand *Estimated only. Annual tuition fee review and possible increases apply, see: cairnmillar.org.au/course-fees For information on tuition and what scholarships might apply to this course, please visit the Fees and Scholarships pages.
Graduate Learning Outcomes Expand Demonstrate high-level knowledge of core psychological theory, research skills, and the associated empirical evidence base. Synthesise research and theory from major fields in psychology and apply this knowledge to different contexts to resolve complex problems and apply in professional practice. Communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally across a range of contexts including oration, writing, the online environment, and in teams. Act ethically and professionally while respecting cultural, ethnic, and linguistic diversity. Demonstrate self-motivated and self-directed learning principles that facilitate lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Recognition of Prior Learning Expand Students applying for this program may enter a process in which they may be granted credit or partial credit towards the qualification. This requires evidence of previous experience where an equivalence of earlier learning can be established. Credit transfer for an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) course, is only applicable for recently completed APAC accredited programs of an equivalent level. Credit or partial credit is not granted in recognition of knowledge or skills gained through work or life experience. Cairnmillar’s RPL policy can be viewed here.
Would you like to talk to someone about the course? Expand Please contact the Course Coordinator, Dr Chris Kilby on [email protected].