Study Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy at Adelaide University in Australia,
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Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy

Australia

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What will I learn?

The Adelaide University Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy will teach you how to support others through emotional, mental or life struggles. Help people understand, manage and resolve issues impacting their life and wellbeing. Our curriculum will develop your psychotherapy skills and deepen your knowledge of key theories, issues and ethical implications in counselling. Explore topics on attachment, therapeutic relationships and grief. Choose elective courses to suit your career aspirations, including a course on CBT therapy. Experience hands-on learning with real counselling opportunities and case studies. In just one year of study, pursue a career as a counsellor or psychotherapist. You’ll be qualified to guide individuals through common life stressors working in healthcare settings, educational institutions, social work agencies, or in the corporate sector.

CRICOS

115844M

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
A$46,700.00 (US$ 30,776) per year
Accommodation - ranging from AUD$150 - $600 plus per week

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Adelaide City Campus

Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd,

Adelaide,

South Australia,

5001, Adelaide, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) degree in a related field or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; AND

Undertake the Casper Situational Judgement Test (CJST); AND

Attend an interview, if invited.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Adelaide University

Adelaide University is transforming teaching and learning by offering a nation-leading curriculum and exceptional student experience.

  • Australia’s new university for the future
  • Degrees co-designed with employers
  • Ranked equal 82 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings
  • Centrally located campuses in Adelaide

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