Psychology (Advanced) (Online) Adelaide University

Overview

Throughout the Psychology (Advanced) (Online) course from Adelaide University you'll learn the psychology of why people behave in particular ways and meet their needs with empathy and insight. Plan and deliver a research project tackling an issue in modern psychology. Graduate with interpersonal and investigative skills applicable into many modern industries. Or, use this diploma as your stepping stone towards becoming a registered psychologist. 

Adelaide University’s 100% online Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) will prepare you to use your knowledge and skills in human behaviour in roles spanning industry and research. 

Equivalent to an Honours year of psychology, this qualification focuses on building career-ready skills. You’ll learn how to conduct high-quality research that contributes to this growing field and sets you up for success in further postgraduate studies. 

You’ll be prepared to become a forward-thinking and ethically minded professional. Develop refined interpersonal skills, use best practice in modern interventions, and ensure your skills are applied in a way that is easily understood to different groups.   

Refine your evidence-based practice by developing a critical eye. Review different data sets and research and explore different methods of conducting research. Then put your knowledges and skills into practice by conducting your own research project.  

You’ll graduate ready to work in people-centred roles, step into research or continue towards clinical registration.  

Career opportunities:

Psychological skills are in demand across many Australian industries. By understanding how people work, graduates can apply their skills into a variety of impactful careers, helping people live and work at their best. Meanwhile, your strong research abilities can deliver far-reaching impact and ensure we’re keeping up with modern issues. 

You may apply your skills into different industries including:  

• Business 
• Community services and counselling 
• Education and academia  
• Forensic psychology and protective services  
• Government, policy and research 
• Health 
• Human resources and marketing. 

You may find yourself working in people-centred roles in industries like health and business, improving the customer experience or addressing grievances. Or you can step into research and academia, using your analytics skills to identify which industries can improve morale and workflows. Perhaps you’ll work between the two in a not-for-profit like Beyond Blue, translating new research findings into easily understood initiatives.  

Students interested in becoming a registered psychologist are well-equipped to continue studying in a further postgraduate qualification.