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Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Help others with their mental wellbeing

This program helps you understand why people think, feel and behave certain ways. Explore the professional practice of psychology, including cognitive, social, perceptual, physiological, intercultural, Indigenous and abnormal psychologies.

In the final year of study, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about a specific area of interest when you undertake an advanced research project.

The training is scientifically and ethically based to teach you types of behaviour, examine personality and to do formal personality assessments.

In this program you will:

  • Learn from award-winning psychology staff who work in the field
  • Undertake an advanced research project
  • Gain high-level statistical and research skills

Location

CRICOS code

090558E

Entry threshold

75.00 75.00 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

4 years 4 years 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.
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 2024 fees (A$)

A$12,571 - 2023 Fees CSP
CSP
A$26,800 / A$107,200 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

QTAC code

013441 014441

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

Program to be rolled out. 1st year offered from 2023, 2nd year offered from 2024, 3rd year offered from 2025.

Program to be rolled out. 1st year offered from 2023, 2nd year offered from 2024, 3rd year offered from 2025.

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
30
Total units
384
Duration
4 years 4 years
CRICOS code
090558E
UniSC program code
AR405
Program structure
Introductory courses (4) 48 units

PSY100 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
PSY101 Introduction to Social Work Practice Theories
PSY102 Introduction to Social Work and Human Services
PSY104 Social Justice, Welfare and the State

Developing courses (6) 72 units

PSY202 Social Work Practice in Various Organisational Settings
PSY203 Human Services Placement 1
PSY204 Mental and Physical Health and Wellbeing
PSY205 Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
PSY206 Working With Children, Youth and Families
PSY207 Ethics, Law and the Helping Professions

Graduate courses (14) 192 units
Coursework (12) 144 units

PSY300 Disability: Culture, Community and Change
PSY301 Community Development and Social Action
PSY302 Human Services Placement 2
PSY303 Context Responsive Social Work Practice
PSY304 Introduction to Research Concepts and Design
PSY305 The Literature Review
PSY306 Qualitative Research Methods
PSY307 Applied Quantitative Research Methods
PSY400
PSY401 Human Development and Learning
PSY402 Teaching with Technology
PSY403

Dissertation (2) (48 units)

PSY408A Teaching Mathematics in the Early Years
PSY408B Teaching English: Curriculum and Pedagogy

Elective courses (6) 72 units

Select 6 elective courses from the undergraduate elective course options.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.

Study sequences

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 75.00
Moreton Bay 75.00

Special selection criteria

Entry to the fourth year of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is based on a student's grade point average (GPA) meeting the minimum requirement of 5.5 in the developing and graduate level (200/300 coded) PSY courses.

Recommended prior study
​An exit assessment of Sound Achievement in four semesters of English at Year 12 (or equivalent)
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 384 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Entry to the fourth year of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) requires a grade point average (GPA) of 5.5 in the developing and graduate level (200/300 coded) PSY courses
Program notes
  • A minimum GPA of 5.5 in the developing and graduate level (200/300 coded) PSY courses must be achieved at the end of third year for a student to be automatically allowed to continue to the fourth year honours component. Students who do not meet this requirement will be exited from the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) into the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) with full credit for all studies successfully completed
  • 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 UniSC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses
  • Receiving credit may not reduce the minimum duration to complete your program

CSP estimate
A$12,571 - 2023 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2024)
A$26,800
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2024)
A$107,200