Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Psychology

Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Psychology

About this course

The overall aims of the Level 5 Diploma in Psychology qualification is to provide learners with a specialist programme of study that provides a depth of knowledge and understanding of key aspects within the field of Psychology.

The Level 5 units allow learners to specialise and progress in a variety of relevant subject areas and focus on how our understanding of psychology is applied today. Learners will develop and enhance their skills in the following areas: mental health and psychopathology, cognitive psychology, visual perception, the diversity of addiction, social psychology with a focus on pro and anti-social behaviour, individual differences relating to criminology, intelligence and personality as well as becoming aware of contemporary debates and issues in the field of Psychology.

Course Information

Course TitleQUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Psychology
Course Code610/2124/6
Course Fee€1,980
Course TypeQualification
LevelMQF/EQF Level 5
Programme Duration2 years
Mode of AttendanceFull time
Mode of DeliveryOnline or on Campus
Total Credits120 ECTS
Course LanguageEnglish
Admission Requirements

Approved centres are responsible for reviewing and making decisions as to an applicant’s ability to complete the learning programme successfully and meet the demands of the qualification. The initial assessment by the centre will need to consider the support that is readily available or can be made available to meet individual learner needs as appropriate.

The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access. For this qualification, applicants must be aged 18 or over.

Learning Modules

Mandatory Units

  • Psychological Approaches to Depression and Schizophrenia
  • Visual Perception in a Psychological Context
  • Social Psychology: Pro and Anti-Social Behaviour
  • The Diversity of Addiction
  • Individual Differences: Intelligence, Personality and Criminology
  • Contemporary Issues and Debates in Psychology
Learning Outcomes
  • Understand the diagnosis and classification of schizophrenia;
  • Understand the concepts of criminological psychology;
  • Understand the explanations for substance abuse and dependence;
  • Understand the contribution of debates to the field of psychology.
Progression Routes

Mandatory Units

  • Psychological Approaches to Depression and Schizophrenia
  • Visual Perception in a Psychological Context
  • Social Psychology: Pro and Anti-Social Behaviour
  • The Diversity of Addiction
  • Individual Differences: Intelligence, Personality and Criminology
  • Contemporary Issues and Debates in Psychology