Diploma of Social and Psychological Science
Diploma of Social and Psychological Science
This program is designed to provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills for further study in the areas of psychology, counselling, human services and social work. You will develop an understanding of key theories of social and psychological science and structures of human services within their broader historical, socio-cultural,…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This program is designed to provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills for further study in the areas of psychology, counselling, human services and social work.
You will develop an understanding of key theories of social and psychological science and structures of human services within their broader historical, socio-cultural, political and economic contexts.
Additional workshops focus on the critical and reflective thinking skills important to understanding the complexities of human cognition and behaviour, interpersonal relationships and social systems in contemporary society.
Where could this diploma take me?
With a Diploma of Social and Psychological Science from Griffith College you could start your journey towards one of the careers below:
- Psychologist
- Youth worker
- Child safety officer
- Counsellor
- Welfare officer
- Correctional services officer
- Social worker
- Human resources
- Community planning and development
Sample program structure
Students who enter with an IELTS (or equivalent) < 6.0 will be required to undertake the free Language Development Modules as part of their program.
Leading to
Bachelor of Child, Youth and Family Practice
Bachelor of Counselling
Bachelor of Human Services
Bachelor of Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Bachelor of Child, Youth and Family Practice
Bachelor of Counselling
Bachelor of Human Services
Bachelor of Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Griffith College is an on-campus study option that helps students achieve academic credit for hundreds of Griffith University degree majors, including 8-12 month diplomas which transition students straight into their 2nd year of a range of university bachelor degrees. Located within the Griffith University Southport (Gold Coast) and Mt Gravatt (Brisbane) campuses, the college is embedded within the Griffith University community and offers students a great opportunity for entry to higher degree programs, with extra support and services available for each student to succeed. Griffith University is ranked in the top 2% of universities globally, enjoys research excellence, innovative teaching and learning practices, along with strong ties to industry. Its campuses offer world-class facilities and world-class academics who are leaders in providing higher education in the Asia-Pacific region.
