Before your workshops:
- Watch short recorded mini-lectures (30–40 minutes each)
- Complete assigned readings and online activities
- Attempt ungraded quizzes to check your understanding
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If you are curious about why people think, feel and behave the way they do, and want to make a positive impact in your community, the Diploma of Social and Psychological Science is an ideal first step.
Study online through weekly live workshops with expert lecturers and classmates, while organising the rest of your study around your other commitments. You will build foundational knowledge across psychology, counselling, human services and social work, while developing the academic skills and confidence required for successful university study.
The diploma mirrors the first year of the related Griffith University bachelor’s degree, allowing you to progress directly into second year with credit after successfully completing your program.
WHY CHOOSE ONLINE STUDY WITH GRIFFITH COLLEGE?
INCLUSIVE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Enter the diploma based on past experience, study or interview, with no minimum ATAR requirements
SUPPORTED ONLINE LEARNING
A balanced combination of independent study and real-time live workshops to interact with lecturers and peers
PROVEN PATHWAYS
Progress with up to a year credit into a related Griffith University degree
FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME
Balance study with work and personal commitments
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PREPARE
PARTICIPATE
Join live workshops:
- Join your live 1–2 hour workshop via Microsoft Teams
- Participate in discussions, group activities, and Q&A sessions
- Workshops are scheduled at the same time each week and recorded for later review
REFLECT AND RETAIN
After your workshops:
- Revisit the lecture content and workshop recording
- Work through additional activities and consolidate your notes
- Continue with assessments and project work
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Online appointments to assist with your studies, including; assignment consultations, improving specific academic skills, creating a study structure, managing changes to your study load or circumstances and disability support.
Confidential wellbeing and mental health support.
Book individual consultations outside of workshop times.
Virtual meet-ups to network and collaborate with other online students.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW DO I PROGRESS INTO GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY?
When you apply for the Diploma of Social and Psychological Science you will also indicate your choice of bachelor program.
You will receive one packaged offer for both programs.
Once you graduate from the diploma, Griffith University will be in touch with information for you to enrol into your next bachelor courses.
We host information sessions to help with your transition to Griffith University.
There are three intakes a year: Trimester 1 (March), Trimester 2 (July), and Trimester 3 (October).
In order to commence your studies, you will need a functional laptop and a stable internet connection. Your laptop must have a working camera and microphone for attending workshops and participating in presentations.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ONLINE AND ON CAMPUS STUDY?
Online study offers greater flexibility, allowing you to manage your learning at your own pace from any location. It is more self-directed compared to in-person study, which includes more scheduled contact hours. Although you will be required to attend timetabled online workshops, these typically only run for one to two hours per course each week.
Online students have access to the same resources and services as on-campus students.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE DIPLOMA PROGRAM?
To complete the diploma program, you must successfully complete eight courses. The duration of your studies depends on the academic load you choose:
- A full-time load of four courses per trimester allows you to complete the diploma in two trimesters (one trimester is approximately 12 weeks for most programs).
- Alternatively, you may complete three courses in the first two trimesters and two in the final trimester, completing the program over three trimesters.
- The minimum enrolment is one course per trimester.
HOW MANY ASSESSMENTS CAN I EXPECT IN EACH COURSE?
Most courses include three assessment items, which may vary by subject (for example, some courses include two exams and one written assignment).
Exams typically combine multiple-choice and short-answer questions, while written assessments require research and academic writing on a selected topic.
All assessments are submitted online via Turnitin.
HOW MUCH TIME DO I NEED TO COMMIT FOR MY STUDIES EACH WEEK?
You should plan to dedicate approximately 10 hours per course per week. These 10 hours should include:
- Joining weekly live scheduled workshops
- Completing reading and activities
- Working on assignments and studying
Additional time may be required during assessment periods.
CAN I TRANSITION FROM ONLINE TO ON-CAMPUS LEARNING?
Yes, you may choose to switch to on-campus study.
However, mode changes can only occur between trimesters. You must complete the current trimester in your selected mode before transitioning.
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DIPLOMA OF SOCIAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
“I was interested in psychology and getting into the industry, but I didn’t know how I was going to do it. I knew when I found Griffith College, considering my interrupted schooling, that it would be my way into university.
I’m doing really well in my bachelor and now have the goal of progressing further into postgraduate research. I never thought this would be possible.
My tip for future students, ask for help and take up all the support resources on offer at Griffith College. They have set me up so well.”