Bachelor of Psychological Science

Program Overview

This Bachelor of Psychological Science degree equips students with a comprehensive understanding of psychological theories and their applications in areas such as cognition, motivation, and group behavior. Graduates develop interpersonal and communication skills, learn about counseling principles, and gain expertise in evaluating psychological tests. The program prepares individuals for careers in counseling, health management, social research, and other fields where psychological knowledge is essential.

Program Outline

Outline:

• This degree will teach you how to apply psychological theories to topics such as thinking and perceiving, motivation, stress, health and group behavior.
• You'll develop interpersonal and communication skills and learn about the principles of counseling and core areas of psychology.
• You'll learn how to evaluate and understand tests that measure intellectual, behavioral and emotional states.
• You'll also learn how to help people with personal, health, vocational and social difficulties.

Teaching:

• Scheduled classes may be set during the day and evening throughout the week.

Careers:

• As a Bachelor of Psychological Science graduate, you¿ll be prepared for a career in counselling, guidance, health management, social research, human services, social welfare and other related fields including health and organisational workplaces.
• Psychological science graduates are employed in a wide range of occupations and industries including community services, corrections, business (as performance and workforce managers), marketing, the police service and defence forces, and health research and policy.