Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science
- Degree Structure - Start In
- Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
120
Overview
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science
Introduction
UC's Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science (GradDipPsycSc) offers students with an existing degree the opportunity to create a programme of study that can build your understanding in the field and lead to postgraduate psychology study.
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science
Entry requirements
To enrol in the Diploma, you will need to have previously completed any bachelor's degree.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science
How do I plan my diploma?
The GradDipPsycSc is made up of 120 points in total, from both compulsory and elective courses.
Starting in either February of July, you can complete the Diploma within 1 year full-time, or part-time for up to 5 years.
For the full requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science.
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science
Subjects and courses
Compulsory courses
Elective courses
45 points from 300-level Psychology courses, with the remaining 45 points from 100-300 level Psychology courses.
Domestic students
2024 tuition fee estimate: $7,822 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $8,291 (120 points)
International students
2024 tuition fee estimate: $39,900 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $41,500 (120 points)
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science
Further study
UC offers a number of postgraduate programmes in psychology, including research degrees, clinical practice, and qualifications leading to registration as a practising psychologist in Aotearoa.
Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science
Career opportunities
Building psychological awareness onto your previous study background will give you meaningful insights into any career involved with analysing or working with people, as well as a personal skillset for lifelong learning and development.
This degree will also open new opportunities to go into psychology-specific pathways, including postgraduate programmes at UC that lead to registration as a practising psychologist in Aotearoa.
Career pathways could include:
- therapy practice or research
- youth, social, or human services
- professional coaching
- clinical psychology.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
