Program Overview

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) [End-on]

Overview

Examine human behaviour and hone valuable research skills with this fourth-year Psychology training program. Pursue an independent research project and find your pathway within the field.

Key Features

• Build research expertise: Combine theory with evidence-based practice
• Transferrable skills: Expand employability opportunities through elevated thinking
• Fast Facts:
  • Domestic students: citizens of Australia or New Zealand, Australian permanent residents, or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa
  • International students: intend to study on a student visa, not citizens of Australia or New Zealand, not Australian permanent residents, or don't hold an Australian permanent humanitarian visa

Location and Commencing

• Location: JCU campuses or study centres where you can study this course
  • Online
  • Townsville
• Commencing: The month(s) you can start the course
  • Online: January, May
  • Townsville: January, May

Fees

• Indicative, annual cost: $9,314.00+ (estimated annual Commonwealth Supported Fee for a full-time study load)
• Student Services & Amenities Fee: a required payment from most students
• Fee deferral and scholarships: available if eligible

Duration

• Time to complete: 1 year full-time
• Part-time availability: not specified

Entry Requirements

• AQF level 7 bachelor degree: includes an APAC-approved three-year sequence in psychology, completed in the past 10 years with a 5.5 GPA; or an APAC-approved bridging degree that includes foundational competencies, completed in the past 10 years with a 5.5 GPA; or equivalent

Course Code

• JCU's unique identifier: 10309A

Course Detail

• What to expect: Take the next step in your journey to becoming a registered Psychologist
• Research focus: Learn from experienced lecturers and leading industry professionals
• Career opportunities: Pursue careers in various areas, including private practice and consulting firms, academic and applied research settings, human resources, advertising, research, sport, and education

Inherent Requirements

• Abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours: Must be demonstrated during the learning experience to successfully complete the course

Career Opportunities

• Graduate careers: Pursue careers in various areas, including private practice and consulting firms, academic and applied research settings, human resources, advertising, research, sport, and education
• Registration requirements: Complete a minimum 6-year sequence of education and supervised training to become eligible for registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia

Real Stories

• Employer testimonial: Ann Nicholls, Manager Offender Development, Lotus Glen Correctional Centre, Custodial Operations

Real-World Experience

• The curious mind: Exploring the link between brain and behaviour

Handbook

• Detailed overview: View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects

Fees and Scholarships

• Estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee: $AUD9,314.00
• Scholarships: A variety of Scholarships are available to suit different student types

Pathways to JCU

• Multiple pathways: JCU offers multiple Pathways to University

How to Apply

• Application process: Complete an application through our Online Application Portal
• Closing dates:
  • Trimester 1 applications: 31 October 2024
  • Trimester 2 applications: 28 April 2025