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Online | University of Essex Online | 16 months | OCT

Study mode

Online

Duration

16 months

Start date

OCT

Key information
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Qualification type

Graduate Diploma

Subject areas

Psychology

Course Summary

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.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (month)

£536

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (month)

£560

Entry requirements

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.

University information

University of Essex Online is a top 30 UK university (Complete University Guide 2025). The courses are specifically designed for online delivery, combining silver standard teaching with the latest technologies, and enabling its postgraduate students to gain a top-class education from anywhere in the world. The university’s online tutors are leading authorities and specialists in their respective fields, combining knowledge of industry...more