Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) / Counselling
Explore the human mind and learn skills to promote mental and emotional wellbeing with a dual degree in psychology and counselling. This program provides in-depth knowledge on the science and applications of psychology, along with foundations in counselling theory and skills.
In this program you will:
- Core areas of psychological science, including human development, cognitive perception, personality, learning, and abnormal psychology
- Learn scientific methods, analyses and ethical standards used in psychological research
- Gain a thorough understanding of counselling theories and skills, and how to use them in diverse workplaces and communities
- Develop skills in cognitive behaviour therapy, personal and relational empathy, positive psychology, family counselling and responding to crisis, trauma and loss
Please refer to Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Counselling from Semester 1, 2023.
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 1
First and second-year courses available at UniSC Moreton Bay.
- Start
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- Semester 1
- Semester 1
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 32
- Total units
- 384
- Duration
- 4 years 4 years
- CRICOS code
- 096000F
- UniSC program code
- AR302
Psychology courses
Introductory courses (3) 36 units
PSY100 Weather and Climate
PSY101 Geographic Information Science and Technology
PSY102 Hydrology and Geomorphology
Developing and Graduate courses (14) 168 units
PSY200 Restoration Ecology
PSY201 Population Ecology and Genetics
PSY202 Coastal Geomorphology
PSY203 Statistics with Teeth: Understanding Ecological Data
PSY204 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics
PSY205 K'gari-Fraser Island Field Studies
PSY300 Special Field Studies Topic
PSY301 Special Research Project
PSY302 Workplace Learning I
PSY303 Introduction to the Creative Industries
PSY304 Introduction to Screen and Media Industries
PSY305 Creative Production
PSY306 Playing with Words: an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft
PSY307 Exploring Twentieth Century Theatre
Counselling courses
Introductory courses (5) 60 units
CRM101 Performance 1
COU101 Running Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (M.I.C.E) industry events
COU176 Work Integrated Learning Project
COU180 Work Integrated Learning Placement
SCS130 Introduction to Psychology A
Developing and Graduate courses (10) 120 units
COU200 Introduction to Psychology B
COU265 Current Directions in Psychology
COU300 Research Methods in Psychology A
COU301 Research Methods in Psychology B
COU361 Physiological Psychology
COU362 Introduction to Human Development
COU363 Social Psychology
COU364 Motivation and Emotion
COU381 Advanced Methods in Psychology
SWK278 Cognitive and Perceptual Psychology
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 55.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 55.00 |
Additional entry information
Proficiency in the English language is required for entry to all programs and courses and any international or domestic applicant from a non-English speaking background must satisfy the University's standard and program specific English language requirements.
- Recommended prior study
- Completion of Year 12 or equivalent; English (Units 3 and 4, C)
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider.
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- CSP estimate
- A$9,668
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$26,400
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$105,600