Psychology: Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology

Certificate

Explore the discipline of psychology through part-time study, with options for online or on-campus learning. This course introduces the human mind, ethics in research, and offers pathways to further studies in psychology.

Key details

Degree Type

Certificate

Duration

12 months part-time

Course Code

UH-PSYCH

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$8,500 per year

About this course

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.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

Select an option that best suits you:

You're considered someone who has recently left university if:

Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree. This may include applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider and want to transfer to Curtin University, or applicants who are currently studying at Curtin but want to switch to a different course. It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.

Curtin course switcher criteria

The Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology will enable entry (and credit for the four units completed) into the B-PSYCH Bachelor of Psychology at Curtin.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing: 6
Speaking: 6
Reading: 6
Listening: 6
Overall band score: 6.5

What you will learn

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 prior study or work

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.

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How to apply

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

Curtin Perth

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: 14 October 2025

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