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UH-PSYCH

Psychology

Undergraduate certificate

Launch your future in psychology.

Course outline
  • Qualification
    Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology
  • Duration

    Duration

    1 year part-time
  • Credit

    Credit

    100
  • Location

    Location

    Curtin Perth
Course outline

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2024

Semester 1

On campus and online

Semester 2

On campus and online

Course outline

Overview

Overview

In this course you will be introduced to formal studies of the human mind. You’ll learn about the scientist–practitioner model of psychology, exploring the scientific mindset and the role of ethics in psychological research and practice. You’ll also have the option to study child developmental psychology or health psychology.

This course is your chance to explore the discipline of psychology and to learn about careers in psychology. And because you’ll study part-time, and with a choice of online or on-campus study, you’ll be able to fit your study around your lifestyle.

After completing this certificate, you’ll qualify for entry into our Bachelor of Psychology  course. You’ll also be eligible for credit for the four units you have completed, which will reduce the overall duration of your psychology degree course.

What you'll learn

  • apply principles and concepts of psychology in a variety of contexts relevant to further learning and/or work in an unrelated field
  • apply critical and creative thinking and problem solving skills relevant to psychology to generate innovative solutions to problems
  • use technology appropriately to communicate effectively
  • consider global perspectives on psychology and international psychology standards
  • work professionally in teams and independently, and demonstrate life-long learning skills
Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and scholarships

Australian and New Zealand student indicative fees

2024 Fee year:

$8,200*

Commonwealth supported

Commonwealth supported

2025 Fee year:

$8,500*

Commonwealth supported

Commonwealth supported

Fees are indicative first year only and are subject to passage of legislation.

*The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 200 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.

This fee is a guide only. It may vary depending on the units you choose and does not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks – visit other fees and charges for more information. For more information on fees and to determine your eligibility for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP, please visit fee basics or the Study Assist website

To be eligible for the Commonwealth supported fee:

  • Australian citizens must complete some of their course of study while residing in Australia.
  • Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens must be residing in Australia for the entire course.

For further information on eligibility please refer to the Australian Government Study Assist website.

If you’re not an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen, please see information for international students.

Looking for more detail on the course structure?

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Location

For start dates, please view the academic calendar.

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2024

Semester 1
  • On campus
  • Online
Semester 2
  • On campus
  • Online

All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.

The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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  • Curtin course code: UH-PSYCH
  • Last updated on: 22 December 2024

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