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Overview
Positive Psychology is a science of positive aspects of human life, happiness, wellbeing and flourishing. The aim of positive psychology is to form a medium in psychology from a preoccupation with repairing the worst things in life to building the best qualities in life. It is scientifically proven that happier people with positive emotions and traits are more productive as they think faster, are more creative, healthier, more successful and more socially engaged.
The Graduate Diploma in Applied Positive Psychology and Wellbeing is designed to educate students on psychology and more specifically on positive psychology at a graduate level. This programme looks deeper into practicality and applications rather than just theories to enable students to effectively use and disseminate positive psychology.
Graduates in positive psychology can implement its applications in various areas of human functioning such as increasing personal level of happiness, fostering positive relationships, identifying signature strengths and using them for career and life progression.
As positive psychology practitioners, students will be able to coach others on the disciplines of positive psychology as well as promoting specialised training in areas spanning career, life, mental wellness, parenting, executive & leadership coaching.
Teacher-Student Ratio: 1:40
Course Modules
- PSY 19 Positive Social Connections (Trainer: Evelyn Rosset)
- GPSY 02 Applied Positive Psychology (Trainer: Matthew Koh/Deborah Thurley/Eugene Tee/Aneta Tunariu/Jana Dawson)
- GPSY 08 Positive Psychology in Practice (Trainer: Chen Jingkai/Matthew Koh/Leslie Davis/Angela Ng)
- GPSY 10 Wellbeing for Individuals and Systems (Trainer: Tan Su-San/Choo Phaik Ai)
- GPSY 09 Strengths Development (Trainer: Chen Jingkai/Matthew Koh/Jana Dawson/Nicole Glisson)
- GPSY 05 Resilience Training for Practitioners (Trainer: Tan Su-San/Nicole Glisson)
- GPSY 04 Mindfulness Psychology (Trainer: Deborah Thurley)
Specialism
The GDAPPW curriculum offers a specialism in Social Wellbeing for learners to enhance their expertise in. Here are more details about the specialisation.
SOCIAL WELLBEING
In this specialism, learners will explore the motivations behind our prosocial instincts, the benefits of fostering empathy and compassion, and how these social emotions contribute to a sense of personal and collective wellbeing.
ADDITIONAL MODULES
- GPSY 16 Social Wellbeing (Trainer: Evelyn Rosset)
Entry Requirement
- A Bachelor’s Degree, or
- Mature candidates (30 years old and above) with a Diploma and minimum 8 years working experience
English Language Requirement
- Grade C6 and above in GCE 'O' Level English, or
- Grade E and above in any GCE ‘A’ Level subject conducted in English, or
- IELTS 5.5, or
- TOEFL (Internet Based) 59
Course Assessment
Course Duration
Course Fee
Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and all pass holders).
| Graduate Diploma in Applied Positive Psychology and Wellbeing | Graduate Diploma in Applied Positive Psychology and Wellbeing (Social Wellbeing) |
|---|---|
| S$ 12,753.00 w/GST | S$ 14,061.00 w/GST |
Note: All course fees include prevailing 9% Good and Service Tax (GST).
See How Our Graduates Use Our Tools
Explore the transformative journey of Stacey Nonis through applied positive psychology. Her story shows how engaging with this field not only transformed her own life but also equipped her to inspire others.
