Certificate
The Undergraduate Certificate of Psychological Science provides foundational knowledge in psychology through a 4-unit course, preparing students for further studies in the field. It is accredited by ACAP and not available to international students.
If you've ever thought about studying psychological science, our Undergraduate Certificate of Psychological Science is the ideal qualification to take the first step. The 4 unit course covers introductory units in psychology which will build foundational knowledge. On completion of this course, students can continue to higher studies in psychological science. The Undergraduate Certificate of Psychological Science is not available to international students. This course has been accredited by ACAP under its self-accrediting authority.
Domestic students must meet one of the following requirements:
Domestic students must also:
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The Undergraduate Certificate of Psychological Science course is comprised of 4 units, which are level 100 units. To find out unit delivery information view the relevant Yearly Planner.
The course duration is 26 weeks full time or part time equivalent. For more information on the recommended course sequence click here.
Level:100 level core
Credit Points:6
Pre-requisites:None
Mode of delivery:On-campus and online
Unit description:This unit is one of two introductory units in psychology for commencing students. Along with PSYC1052 Foundational Psychological Processes and the three interdisciplinary units (MULT1015 Applications in Context, MULT1025 Professions and Society, and MULT1035 Sustainability in Helping Professionals) this unit builds foundational knowledge relevant to the history, philosophy, and methods underpinning the scientific study of psychology. In this unit, the history and philosophy of both the quantitative and qualitative approaches are presented within the broader historical and philosophical themes of psychology as a discipline. The goals of this unit are to set the foundation for understanding research design and methods in psychology and to develop skills relevant to critiquing research, which involves developing knowledge and skills in research thinking, research doing, and research consuming. The unit considers the application of these research methods within the context of important concepts such as the scientist-practitioner model, evidence-based practice, ontology and epistemology, and ethics. Content related to introductory concepts in the history of philosophy of psychology are also covered, along with content on the application of psychology in current professional and social contexts. This material will be presented in a manner that is scientifically rigorous yet culturally responsive and informs a broader discussion of psychology as both a professional practice in Australia and as an agent of social benefit. This unit is the first in a scaffolded series of units that, taken together, will facilitate the development of a comprehensive understanding of the skills and knowledge associated with research methods in psychology, the history and philosophy of psychology, and their contribution to the application of psychology.