Victoria University

Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Studies

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Launch your career, with the Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Studies from Victoria University.

This course gives you a recognised qualification within six months – providing a fast track towards a new career.

In this course you will develop your foundational understanding of key psychological areas such as: memory, language and cognition, personality, health and stress, and social psychology.

You will graduate with the skills to review how psychological studies have shaped current psychological knowledge, plus apply psychological research design and methodological principles.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent). OR

Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).

Applicants with higher education study

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). OR
  • Completion of two units of Higher Education studies. OR
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent.

Applicants with work & life experience

  • Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Information Technology or similar. OR
  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. PLUS
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
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Career opportunities

The Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Studies will prepare you for the following role.

Mental Health Worker

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Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.