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Graduate Diploma
University of Essex Online
Online
JAN-26
16 Months
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Graduate Diploma
University of Essex Online
Online
JAN-26
16 Months
Graduate Diploma
University of Essex Online
Online
JUL-26
16 Months
Graduate Diploma
University of Essex Online
Online
APR-26
16 Months
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OverviewConvert your fascination with the human mind into a professional career with this 100% online short psychology qualification. This employability-focused course will allow you to expand your knowledge across key areas within psychology and help you gain skills beneficial in a wide range of related careers.Throughout your studies you will gain an insight into the theory and practices of psychology while developing essential research and evaluation skills that are indispensable within the field. By studying online you can continue in your current career while nurturing your interest in topics such as:the history and philosophy of psychological inquirycritical milestones in human development through infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and late adulthoodfundamental research principles in psychobiology and neuropsychologythe main qualitative and quantitative research methods used for data collection and analysisOnce you have completed your course, you have the opportunity to advance onto our MSc Psychology.Teaching methodsStudying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access.Our courses are delivered through a virtual learning environment (VLE) instead of a traditional campus.Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the January 2026 intake of all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
You must have the following qualifications as a minimum: an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification. Work experience entry route - You must meet the following criteria: at least three years relevant work experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£536 month
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£560 month
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£560 month
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
University of Essex Online is a top 30 UK university (Complete University Guide 2026)....