Program Overview

Overview

Develop expertise in analytical thinking and scientific research methods as you examine psychological theory, interpretation, and application. Psychological science is vital to numerous professional areas, including behavior insights, marketing, experimental sciences, data interpretation, and more.

Fast Facts

• Location: JCU campuses or study centers where you can study this course. 'Online' means the course can be studied off-campus using a combination of online resources, printed material, or other technologies. Some online courses include on-campus workshops and travel for professional placements.
  • Townsville
• Commencing: The month(s) you can start the course.
  • Townsville: January
• Fees: Indicative, annual cost of your course.
  • $11,060.00+ (estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee for a full-time study load)
  • Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
  • Fee deferral and scholarships available if eligible
• Duration: The time it will take you to complete the course as a full-time student.
  • 3 years full-time

Entry Requirements

• ATAR: 64
• English: English (Units 3/4,C)
• Alternate Pathways: Non-school leavers can have their qualifications and work experience assessed to obtain an equivalent score.

Course Detail

What to Expect

Gain expertise in analytical thinking and scientific research methods relevant to a broad range of careers and further study. Study a core program in Psychology along with additional electives to suit your interests.

Career Opportunities

JCU Psychological Science graduates are sought-after professionals who excel in their chosen fields. Graduates pursue careers in areas including private practice, academic and applied research settings, counseling services, law courts, police and defense forces, prisons, hospitals, and schools.

Real-World Experience

The curious mind: Exploring the link between brain and behavior.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviors that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course.

Honours

The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis.

Admissions Transparency Data

• Entry Score Threshold: These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024.
  • ATAR/Selection Rank: 64.00
• Entry Score Range: This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the Bachelor of Psychological Science for Semester 1, 2024.
  • JCU Townsville:
    • Without adjustments:
      • Highest: 93.60
      • Median: 80.10
      • Lowest: 56.25
    • With adjustments:
      • Highest: 99.95
      • Median: 82.60
      • Lowest: 64.25

Adjustment Factors

James Cook University applies bonus ranks under the Regional Preference Scheme and QTAC’s Educational Access Scheme (EAS). Learn more about JCU’s adjustment factors.

Pathways to JCU

JCU Prep provides a pathway into this course. Enrolling in this flexible program will enable you to meet entry requirements, including subject pre-requisites and ATARs. Introductory academic subjects are also available to prepare you for tertiary study.

Scholarships

A variety of Scholarships are available to suit different student types.

Student Profile

Find out more about who you might study with by viewing this course’s student profile.

Real Stories

• Patrick Twivey: Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Luana Healey: Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Julie Marshall: Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Ann Nicholls: Manager Offender Development, Lotus Glen Correctional Centre, Custodial Operations