Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP) is a higher education institution focusing on psychology and related fields, offering a variety of courses from undergraduate to postgraduate level. The following is a detailed introduction to ACAP:

Overview

Year of establishment: 1983

Country: Australia

Main campus location:

Sydney

Melbourne

Brisbane

Institutional nature: Private higher education institution

Accreditation: Accredited by the Australian Government Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA), and its degrees are internationally recognized.

Educational philosophy

ACAP is committed to providing students with high-quality psychology education and training, focusing on teaching methods that combine theory with practice. The college emphasizes small class sizes and personalized support to ensure that every student receives adequate attention and development opportunities. In addition, ACAP attaches importance to cultivating students' critical thinking skills and practical work skills to help them succeed in their future careers.

Subjects and Courses

ACAP offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in a variety of fields, mainly including the following aspects:

Psychology

Counselling

Criminology

Community Services

Main Courses

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Psychological Science

Bachelor of Psychological Science and Counselling

Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

Master's Degree

Master of Professional Psychology

Master of Counselling

Master of Applied Psychology

Diploma

Diploma of Counselling

Diploma of Community Services

Certificate

Certificate IV in Counselling

Certificate IV in Community Services

Features

Professional Accreditation: Many courses are accredited by relevant industry associations, such as the Australian Psychological Association. Psychological Society, APS).

Practical experience: Courses include internships or practical projects, allowing students to apply what they have learned in real work environments.

Flexible learning options: Full-time, part-time and online learning options are available to suit the needs of different students.

Career development support: There is a career service center that provides services such as employment counseling, resume writing and interview skills training.

International perspective: Attracting students from all over the world, providing a multicultural campus environment.

Research opportunities: Students are encouraged and supported to participate in research projects, especially in the field of psychology.

Small class sizes: Small class sizes facilitate interaction between teachers and students and personalized guidance.

Entry requirements

Undergraduate entry requirements:

Completion of high school or equivalent

English proficiency of IELTS 6.0 or above (specific scores may vary depending on the course)

Some courses may require additional qualifications or experience

Postgraduate entry requirements:

Have an undergraduate degree in a related field

English proficiency of IELTS 6.5 or above

May be required to submit a personal statement or attend an interview

Diploma entry requirements:

Completion of high school or equivalent

English proficiency of a certain standard

Certificate entry requirements:

Completion of high school or equivalent

English proficiency of a certain standard

Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the specific course and entry period. For international students, fees are usually higher than local students. The latest tuition fee information can be obtained through the official website of ACAP.

Scholarships

ACAP may offer some scholarship opportunities to reduce the financial burden of students. These scholarships are usually based on academic performance, community contribution or other specific criteria.

Contact details

Tel: +61 2 9466 1000 (Sydney campus)