Psychology - Diploma Programme content

Enrol as a graduate in this one-year, full-time diploma and earn the required psychology credits to take the next step in your career journey.

Key information

NFQ Level NFQ Level 8

Duration One year or two years

Attendance Full-time or Part-time

Programme type Taught, Professional / Flexible

Delivery Online

Start date September

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Key information

Complete full-time in one year or part-time over 2 years.
Delivered online.
Students can exit with a Certificate in Psychology (level 8, Special- purpose award), after successfully completing any 30-credits.
Delivered through recorded lectures.
Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters.
You will graduate with a Psychology Diploma Level 8.
Modules with (M) beside them can be taken as independent micro-credentials.

You will learn through a blend of

Lectures and hands-on activities
Reflective practice and guided research
Regular feedback from faculty and peers

Full-time programme content

Autumn/Spring semester

Core modules

Applying Theory and Method in Psychology 1 (PS3001) will introduce you to the historical evolution, themes and theories in psychology as well as a good grounding in a range of theoretical perspectives.
Applications of Psychology for Real Life (M)(PS3011) will explore how psychology is applied in everyday contexts such as education, healthcare, and community settings.
Practical and Research Psychology 1 (M) (PS3021) will help you develop skills in designing experiments, analysing data, and using statistical software for psychological research.
Applied Psychology and Practice (PS3031) will examine how psychological theories are translated into practice across a range of professional environments.
Perspectives of Abnormal and Clinical Psychology (PS3041) will introduce you to mental health conditions, their diagnosis, and evidence-based approaches to treatment.
Psychology of Healthcare Practice (PS3002) will explore how psychological principles are used to support behaviour change, patient care, and decision-making in healthcare.
Perspectives on Social Identity (PS3022) will examine how social identity, culture and group dynamics influence behaviour, attitudes, and societal structures.
Application of Psychology to Social Issues (M) (PS3051) will explore how psychological research informs responses to current social challenges, including inequality and marginalisation.
Applying Theory and Method in Psychology 2 (PS3061) will build on your earlier learning, introducing more advanced psychological theory and applied research techniques.
Practical and Research Psychology 2 (M)(PS3071) will develop your understanding of laboratory-based activities in psychology and provide opportunities to carry out practical studies. You will build skills in collecting, coding, and analysing empirical data using SPSS.

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.