Program Overview

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Diploma of Psychology

Key Information

Duration

8 to 12 months

Intake Dates

February, June, October^

Campus Location

Melbourne

2025 Domestic Fees

A$27,000

FEE-Help available

2025 International Fees

A$37,648

CRICOS B

Course Overview

Become an expert in human behaviour

The Diploma of Psychology introduces you to subjects relating to statistical modelling, psychology and human behaviour, with a focus on clinical neuroscience. You’ll also learn about the psychology of culture and global citizenship, human relationships, or even animal-human relationships.

This Diploma will set you on the knowledge path towards careers that help people emotionally and psychologically. You may also look at careers that include social planning and company resource management. You’ll learn about human behaviour, neuroscience, brain structure and professional communication within the psychology field. You will have the opportunity to critically discuss how people and societies may have been impacted by global events and consider pathways to recovery.

When you successfully complete the Diploma of Psychology, you are eligible to transfer directly to the second year of your Bachelor of Psychological Science at La Trobe University.

Degree Pathway

Gain direct entry into 2nd year of:

• Bachelor of Psychological Science

Students require a minimum weighted average mark (WAM) to progress into second year as listed on the Transferring to La Trobe University page.

Course Structure

Core Modules

All of these modules must be completed to successfully complete the Diploma of Psychology.

• LTM1AIM Academic Integrity Module
• PPSY1SFP Scientific Foundations of Psychology
• PPSY1BAM Introductory Psychology: Brain and Mind
• PPSY1PAC Introductory Psychology: People and Culture
• PPSY1APP Applied Psychology

Suggested Elective Modules

Four available modules from any other diploma offered at LTCA must be completed to successfully complete the Diploma of Psychology. The recommended modules are below.

• HPHE1IDH Individual Determinants of Health
• HHLT1IPP Introduction to Professional Practice
• BBUS1SBY Sustainability
• HPHE1UHW Understanding Health and Wellbeing
• BMGT1OBE Working with Others
• MCRA1PWR Professional Writing

Popular Career Paths

Employment and career options after completing your Bachelor’s degree:

• Psychological scientist
• Advertising and Sales promotion
• Government policy research and advisor
• Social engineer
• Public relations officer
• Psychological counsellor

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