RMIT University

Graduate Diploma in Psychology Online

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Diploma

Learn foundational psychological theories and diverse perspectives from registered psychologists, academics and thought leaders.

Course overview

The Graduate Diploma in Psychology is designed to give you a comprehensive introduction to the theories and practices of psychology.

You will explore a variety of psychological perspectives, including developmental, biological, cognitive and social psychology, alongside counselling and research skills. You will also gain perspectives from practising psychologists, academics and industry thought leaders. Importantly, you’ll have the flexibility to customise your study with a choice of two subjects in health and wellbeing, motivation and work, or applied virtual care.

RMIT's Graduate Diploma in Psychology will give you a comprehensive APAC-accredited introduction to the theories and practices of psychology.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
24 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $3,720
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The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
January, 2027
April, 2027
June, 2027
September, 2027
Units
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You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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What you will study

To graduate, you must complete the following:

Core

  • Fundamentals of Psychology 1
  • Fundamentals of Psychology 2
  • Developmental and Social Psychology
  • Cognitive and Biological Psychology
  • Exploring Research in Psychology
  • Counselling and Professional Practices
  • Mental Health and Psychological Interventions
  • Personality and Assessment in Psychology

Options

For these options, you will choose two out of the three following courses (subjects):

  • Psychology of Motivation and Work
  • Health and Wellbeing Psychology
  • Applied Telehealth and Virtual Care

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

  • An Australian Bachelor's degree or equivalent or higher-level qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.

If you’ve completed an APAC-accredited psychology degree within the last 10 years, you are not normally eligible for this program.

English language requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0 or equivalent. International students are required to provide current evidence of

English language proficiency for admission to RMIT University. You can provide your results from one of these three options:

  • An accepted English language proficiency test; OR
  • An accepted English language provider; OR
  • A recognised Australian or international qualification.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit the English language requirements and equivalency information.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be able to get credit for your course based on prior formal, non-formal or informal learning. To apply, you will need to provide supporting documentation outlined by the university. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

Upon completion of this qualification, graduates will be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the broad foundational theory in psychology.

Potential employment pathways you may be able to work in include social research, mental health, organisational behaviour, human resources, welfare resources, market research and communications.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Full-fee paying place

Indicative unit fee in 2026: $3,720 (12-credit-point unit)
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $18,600
Indicative full-course fee: $37,200

The average full-course fee shown is calculated based on the 120 credit point (10 units) course structure completed over 2 years.

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.