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 Title | QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Psychology |
| Course Code | 610/2124/6 |
| Course Fee | €1,980 for EU Nationals / €5,500 for Non-EU Nationals |
| Course Type | Qualification |
| Level | MQF/EQF Level 5 |
| Programme Duration | 2 years |
| Mode of Attendance | Full time |
| Mode of Delivery | Online or on Campus |
| Total Credits | 120 ECTS |
| Course Language | English |
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- Course Type
- National Qualification Framework Level
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- Placement Hours
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- Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
- Diploma
- MQF Level 5
- 12 Months
- Course includes 80 Placement hours
- Full-Time
- Face-to-Face Lectures & Hands-On Practice
- 60 ECTS
- English and Maltese
- Żebbug, Malta
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.
- 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.
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
QUALIFI Level 6 Diploma in Psychology, University to complete a First Degree, or directly into employment in an associated profession.
Licence Number: 2019-010
