Course Level
Bachelor Degree (Pass)
CRICOS
095149D
Bachelor of Psychological Science
This program is for those who are interested in using science to understand people. Be inspired to build new knowledge and discover new things using a variety of scientific methods. Cover a broad range of areas such as mental illness, interventions, the biology of the brain, child development and aging, memory, and decision making. Undertake pre-professional courses each year, preparing you for professional practice. They include guest lectures from practicing psychologists, problem-based workshops, and video material to provide an accurate picture of the range of areas within psychology. This fascinating and evolving field will prepare you to work in a broad range of industries where you can positively impact the lives of others.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Callaghan | Full-time - 3 years Part-time - 3 years | N/A | 65 |
Gosford - Mann St | Full-time - 3 years Part-time - 3 years | N/A | N/A |
Structure
Students are required to complete a total of, but no more than, 240 units, comprised of the following: 160 units of core courses; 20 units of science directed courses; 20 units of psychology directed courses; 40 units of electives.
Subjects
- Study courses in: psychological research methodologies, statistics, cognition and information processing, social psychology and personality, clinical and abnormal behaviour, forensic psychology, health psychology, neuroscience, perceptual processes, learning theory, and developmental psychology.
Entry requirements
- Year 12 HSC or ATAR equivalent
Recognition
Students receive accreditation through APAC in recognition of their high-quality education and working knowledge. Students who go on to complete an accredited Honours and postgraduate study in Psychology will be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist.
Study Pathways
To practice as a psychologist, you must complete additional accredited postgraduate studies.
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