Graduate Diploma of Positive Psychology
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-03-01 | - |
| 2026-07-01 | - |
| 2027-03-01 | - |
| 2027-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
Graduate Diploma of Positive Psychology
The Graduate Diploma of Positive Psychology is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time course that focuses on designing, delivering, and evaluating positive change interventions and programs suitable for individuals, groups, organisations, and communities.
Overview
This course allows students to work with children, teenagers, and adults across various local and international contexts, enhancing wellbeing, capacities, resilience, and strengths. Positive psychology is the scientific study of wellbeing and resilience, focusing on conditions that enable individuals and communities to thrive.
Study Experience
The course offers flexible study options, including online study, and provides seamless pathways to advance skills and knowledge. Students will have access to authentic learning experiences, an experienced teaching team, and flexible online study options.
Career Opportunities
Upon completion, students will have access to various career options, including:
- Clinical settings
- Communities and organisations
- Coaching and consulting
- Healthcare settings
- Teaching and education
Structure and Availability
The course structure and available locations may change depending on the study period. Students must complete eight units (48 credits), including:
- Introduction to Positive Psychology: Perspectives on Wellbeing
- Group Facilitation Skills
- Building Wellbeing and Resilience: Interconnected Factors
- Inter-disciplinary and Cross-cultural Approaches to Wellbeing
- Positive Psychology: Research Methods
- Wellbeing Initiatives: Local and Global Scales
- Coaching Individuals for Positive Change
- Applied Positive Psychology
Requirements
To be eligible, students must meet the entry requirements, including English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. Inherent requirements must also be met throughout the study period.
Fees and Scholarships
The indicative first-year fee is $17,392 (Commonwealth Supported Place) or $30,200 (Full Fee Paying). Students may be eligible for Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP, or other scholarships.
How to Apply
Students must submit a direct application to CQU, meeting the course requirements and following the application steps. Direct applications for Term 1, 2026, close on February 23, 2026.
Related Courses
Related courses include the Graduate Certificate in Positive Psychology and the Master of Applied Positive Psychology.