Program Overview
The Behavioural Science (Psychology) at Queensland University of Technology is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Psychology over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Behavioural Science (Psychology) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 9,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,100 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Behavioural Science (Psychology) programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The course comprises eight units and can be completed in full-time or part-time study mode.
- Core units include PYB407 Research and Professional Development Seminar and PYB401 Advanced Research Methods plus electives from advanced cognitive, organisational, counselling, developmental, and social theory. These units have three contact hours per week.
- The course also includes a research component which entails a group thesis. PYB450 Research Thesis is undertaken in modules throughout the program. Students complete an independent review of the literature and prepare an outline for a research proposal as the basis of a negotiated group project. For the project, students independently collect, write up and analyse agreed specific components of the data. Contact hours for the research component are as required by the supervisor.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed a recognised three-year psychology degree within the last 10 years
- The degree must be accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)
- Applicants with APAC-accredited bachelor studies from an institution other than QUT must provide evidence of their eligibility to undertake an honours program at their home institution
- Applicants with overseas qualifications must provide certification from the Australian Psychological Society stating their degree is equivalent to APAC-approved, three-year training in psychology. Please note APS advises the average processing time is 8 weeks, therefore applicants with overseas qualifications need to seek certification by no later than July.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 9,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,100 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 9,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,100 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Queensland University of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Queensland University of Technology
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane City, Australia
Queensland University of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2009-02-18
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months