Program Overview

Bachelor of Psychology

The Bachelor of Psychology is a four-year accredited program that allows students to pursue further pathways to obtain general registration as a psychologist. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological concepts and theories, as well as the skills to apply them in real-world settings.

Key Information

• Study mode: Online
• Duration: Minimum 4 years, Maximum 8 years
• Entry score: 75
• Indicative fees: $30,400 per year (full-time) for international students
• Credit points: 256
• AQF level: 7

Why Study with Us?

Our Bachelor of Psychology is a stepping stone to further study, such as our Master of Clinical Psychology or Master of Professional Psychology. This course is flexible, allowing students to choose from on-campus or online study modes. Students may also be eligible to receive credit for prior study, enabling them to graduate sooner.

Career Opportunities

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

• Counsellor
• Early intervention coordinator
• Human resources manager
• Human services worker
• Research analyst
• Registered psychologist (with further study and training)

What You Will Study

The course comprises a range of subjects, including:

• Foundations of Psychology 1 and 2
• Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
• Psychological Testing
• Biopsychology
• Developmental and Social Psychology
• Advanced Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
• Psychopathology
• Psychology of Personality
• Qualitative Research Methods
• Learning and Cognition

Students will also complete a minor in another discipline, such as business, history, or social welfare, and may choose from a range of psychology electives, including Psychology of Crime, Health Psychology, and Psychology of Addiction.

Costs

The indicative fees for international students are $30,400 per year (full-time). However, fees may vary depending on the student's choice of subjects and their point value.

Entry Requirements

The selection rank for this course is 75. Students must have completed a High School Certificate (or equivalent) with a minimum required ATAR, including adjustment factors. Alternatively, students may have completed at least 8 subjects or more of a Bachelor (or higher) level qualification with a GPA of 5.0.

Credit and Pathways

Students who have completed relevant tertiary study or work experience related to the course may be eligible for credit. The university also offers several admission pathways to help students meet the entry requirements.

How to Apply

Students can apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents are also available to assist international students with the application process.