Program Overview

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Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Human Resource Management)

Overview

This course provides a good basis in the scientific discipline of psychology alongside applications in human resource management professions.

You will gain highly marketable knowledge and skills that will enable you to engage with a range of managers, professionals and consultants.

You’ll graduate with the skills to work in human resource management, health and community services, employment and training, welfare agencies and development.

You’ll also be prepared to pursue graduate studies in either professional application or research.

To become a registered psychologist after graduating from this course, you must complete an additional year of psychology study and two years of skills-based training.

This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the inherent requirements before applying.

Admission Criteria

ATAR Pathway

• Guaranteed ATAR: 70
• Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites): None
• Desirable WACE subjects: Mathematics Applications or Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one ATAR science course from the following list:
  • Biology
  • Human Biology
  • Psychology

Alternative Pathways

• UniReady
• Certificate IV + English Competency
• Indigenous applicant
• STAT entry

Fees and Scholarships

Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees

• 2025 Fee year: $11,200* (Commonwealth supported)

Location

• Curtin Perth

How to Apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice.

Professional Recognition and Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). Graduates can apply for professional membership of AHRI.

Course Structure

• Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time study
• Credit: 800 credits (approximately 32 units)
• CRICOS: G

Career Opportunities

• Human resources consultant
• Recruitment consultant
• Public relations consultant
• With further study: Registered psychologist, Endorsed psychologist
• Industries: Healthcare, Health marketing and promotion, Education, Government

What You'll Learn

• Apply psychological theory to evidence-based practice and extend the boundaries of knowledge through research
• Discriminate between valid discipline knowledge and questionable esoteric theory and practice
• Select and apply theories, concepts and techniques to describe, understand, analyse and evaluate management issues and problems
• Access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information and evidence from a range of sources applicable to psychology
• Communicate effectively with individuals, groups and communities
• Select and effectively use appropriate technologies relevant to psychological research and practice
• Demonstrate ability for self-directed learning and reflective practice
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of international perspectives in psychology
• Demonstrate understanding and respect for human rights and cultural diversity
• Independently and collaboratively apply professional skills in an ethical manner

Why Study Psychology and Human Resource Management at Curtin?

• Specialist pathways
• Broad career options
• Professional recognition

Other Requirements and Notes for This Course

This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the inherent requirements before applying. Reasonable adjustments can be made for students with disability.

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

• Use your experience to get credit towards your degree
• Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience

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