Program Overview
The Higher Diploma in Psychology is a full-time course that is open for you if you do not possess a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree. Together with your first degree, this qualification is considered to be equivalent to a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), and enables you as a graduate to apply for a professional training Masters course in Psychology, both in Malta and abroad, provided that other requirements are also satisfied. By the end of the course, you will be able to demonstrate your newfound and acquired knowledge of psychology through a research-based dissertation and by applying the concepts and theories into a practical unit. The Higher Diploma in Psychology is a full-time course that is open for you if you do not possess a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree. Together with your first degree, this qualification is considered to be equivalent to a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), and enables you as a graduate to apply for a professional training Masters course in Psychology, both in Malta and abroad, provided that other requirements are also satisfied. By the end of the course, you will be able to demonstrate your newfound and acquired knowledge of psychology through a research-based dissertation and by applying the concepts and theories into a practical unit.
Career Opportunities
As a holder of the Higher Diploma in Psychology degree, you would have the foundational knowledge to pursue further postgraduate studies, usually by reading for an MA offered by the University of Malta or foreign institutions, to specialise in a specific area. By furthering your specialisation studies, you will be able to choose from a variety of careers. Some of these include the role of a Clinical, counselling, educational, forensic, health, occupational, organisational and sport psychologist. The degree is also a pediment that allows you to become a therapist. If you would like to pursue a career as a researcher or academic, the option of gaining your doctorate is also available.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 In addition to the 50 ECTS compulsory study-units, students are required to register for 10 ECTS from the elective study-units on offer. Students who have successfully completed any of the compulsory study-units during a previous course of studies shall be required to choose the equivalent number of credits in ECTS from the electives listed in the programme. In both instances, students should opt for the 'strongly recommended' electives. Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PSY3641 Dissertation 12 ECTS (NC) Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints) PSY2643 Practical Psychology 4 ECTS PSY3605 Practicum 4 ECTS PSY3645 Selected Topics in Psychology 1 2 ECTS Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PSY2628 Quantitative Research Methods and Data Analysis 4 ECTS (NC) PSY2629 Qualitative Research Methods and Data Analysis 4 ECTS (NC) PSY3504 Psychotherapeutic Methods 1: Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and the Humanistic Existential Approaches 4 ECTS (NC) PSY3630 Ethical and Professional Issues 4 ECTS (NC) PSY3644 Child and Adolescent Psychopathology 6 ECTS (NC) PSY3656 Psychometrics and Psychological Assessment 4 ECTS (NC) Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of student registrations and time-table constraints) COU3301 Career Education and Guidance 4 ECTS INE2601 Inclusive Communities and Schooling 4 ECTS PSY1628 Introduction to the Psychology Profession 4 ECTS PSY1658 Academic Writing and Presentation in Psychology 4 ECTS PSY2640 * Forensic and Criminal Psychology 4 ECTS PSY2641 * Psychology of Helping 4 ECTS PSY3130 Psychology of Adjustment 2 ECTS PSY3647 Selected Topics in Organisational Psychology 4 ECTS PSY3651 Introduction to Critical Psychology 4 ECTS PSY3653 Cognitive Neuroscien
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements a Bachelor degree in Psychology obtained with at least Category II or a Bachelor degree with Psychology as a main area of study obtained with at least Category II and a minimum average mark of 60% in the Psychology area of study, provided that at least 70 ECTS credits in Psychology include those study-units indicated in the programme of study as compulsory for entry into the Course. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
Non EU Applicants: Fee per academic year: Eur 10,800 You are viewing the fees for non EU nationals. Switch to EU nationals if you are a national of any country from within the EU/EEA.
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 1 year
- Credits 60
