Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced)
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The Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) at the University of Melbourne has been designed to build on the knowledge and skills attained in the APAC accredited Graduate Diploma in Psychology. The course provides students with flexibility and choice in advanced coursework in the core discipline areas of Psychology, as well as an opportunity to undertake advanced training in the conduct of a significant research project, and to develop pre-professional knowledge of the ethical principles and a
Official- Duration
- 1 years
- Qualification
- Graduate Diploma
- AQF 8
- Campus
- Parkville
- VIC · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 026666K
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Course overview
The Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) at the University of Melbourne has been designed to build on the knowledge and skills attained in the APAC accredited Graduate Diploma in Psychology. The course provides students with flexibility and choice in advanced coursework in the core discipline areas of Psychology, as well as an opportunity to undertake advanced training in the conduct of a significant research project, and to develop pre-professional knowledge of the ethical principles and assessment and interviewing skills that underpin further professional training as a psychologist.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 70%, or equivalent, within the last 10 years. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: An Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited three-year bachelor degree (AQF7) with a major in psychology. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry requirements to the University of Melbourne are regularly reviewed to ensure they align with the University's Selection and Admissions Policy. The entry requirements published for this course will apply from the start year 2027 intake onwards. Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM)and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. 2. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 70%, or equivalent, within the last 10 years. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: An Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited three-year bachelor degree (AQF7 Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
Prior tertiary weighted average mark
70%
70%
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
1. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 70%, or equivalent, within the last 10 years. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: An Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited three-year bachelor degree (AQF7) with a major in psychology. The University of Melbourne is committed to maintaining a transparent admissions policy by clearly communicating all entry scores to prospective students. Entry requirements to the University of Melbourne are regularly reviewed to ensure they align with the University's Selection and Admissions Policy. The entry requirements published for this course will apply from the start year 2027 intake onwards. Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM)and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks. Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards. 2. To be considered for entry into this course, you must: - Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 70%, or equivalent, within the last 10 years. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: An Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited three-year bachelor degree (AQF7
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Parkville | — | — | $54,976per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced)study.unimelb.edu.au
- The University of Melbourneunimelb.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Information for international students from ChinaOfficial source
- English language requirementsOfficial source
- Graduate coursework entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
- Graduate research entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
- Undergraduate entry requirements for international applicantsOfficial source
- Australian Year 12 international entry score guideOfficial source
- GCE A Levels entry score guideOfficial source
- International Baccalaureate entry score guideOfficial source
- Trinity College Foundation Studies entry score guideOfficial source
- Official course catalogue and course-specific entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source