Overview of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is a four-year undergraduate degree that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of psychology and prepares them for a career as a professional psychologist. This degree is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and is designed for students who wish to become practitioners.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Clinical or professional psychology
• Occupational health and safety
• Change management
• Professional development
• Community consultation and advocacy
• Welfare
• Youth work
• Child safety
• Corrective services

Professional Accreditation

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council as a four-year sequence of study. Graduates are eligible to apply for provisional registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

Degree Structure

To graduate from the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), students must successfully complete 32 units of study, including:

Core Courses

• 28 units of core courses, including:
  • PSY1010 - Foundation Psychology A
  • PSY1020 - Foundation Psychology B
  • PSY1040 - An Introduction to Cultural Safety in Practice
  • PSY1102 - Interpersonal Skills
  • PSY1104 - Introduction to Professional Practice
  • PSY1105 - Foundational Counselling Skills
  • PSY2010 - Social Processes of Behaviour
  • PSY2030 - Developmental Psychology
  • PSY2040 - Human Information Processing
  • PSY2050 - Facilitation and Negotiation
  • PSY2100 - Research Methods in Psychology A
  • PSY2104 - Research Skills in Action
  • PSY2105 - Beginning Psychotherapy: Assessment and Formulation Skills
  • PSY3004 - Advanced Counselling Skills
  • PSY3010 - Assessment of Behaviour
  • PSY3030 - Abnormal Psychology
  • PSY3050 - Counselling Psychology
  • PSY3060 - Learning and Behaviour Change
  • PSY3111 - Research Methods in Psychology B
  • PSY4020 - Ethical and Professional Practice
  • PSY4040 - Psychological Interventions
  • PSY4070 - Assessment and Interview Skills
  • PSY4000 - Psychology Honours Project
  • PSY4111 - Advanced Research Approaches
  • STA1003 - Fundamental Statistics

Elective Courses

• 4 units of elective courses, including:
  • PSY1101 - Critical Thinking
  • PSY3180 - Practicum A
  • PSY3190 - Practicum B
  • PSY3110 - Clinical Health Psychology
  • PSY3250 - Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • PSY3430 - Sleep Psychology and Wellbeing
  • PSY3730 - Industrial and Organisational Psychology

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), students must meet the following requirements:

• ATAR 68.25
• Assumed knowledge in English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
• Admission into the fourth year of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is contingent upon students having completed the first three years as well as maintaining an average Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 in their psychology courses across levels 1 to 3.

English Language Requirements

Students must meet the applicable English language requirements, including:

• IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Fees and Scholarships

The estimated 2026 annual fee for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is AUD 9,536. Students may be eligible for scholarships, including those for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need.

How to Apply

Students can apply to study the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website. Some applicants may be eligible to apply directly to UniSQ if they meet certain criteria.

Study Dates

Students can select to start their study in Trimester 1, 2, or 3. The application closing dates and start dates for each trimester are available on the UniSQ website.

Special Admission Schemes

There are several special admission schemes that use adjustment factors to boost a student's ATAR or selection rank, including schemes based on background and personal circumstances, location, and subjects studied at school.

Preparing to Apply

Students should check the entry requirements, organise their supporting documents, and check the application closing dates before applying. They can also explore pathway options if they do not meet the entry requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) are available, including questions about the degree, career outcomes, entry requirements, and fees.