Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Psychological Science - Bachelor of Social Science is a double degree program that combines the study of human behavior and social issues. This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the human mind and its impact on behavior, as well as the social structures and policies that contribute to social disadvantage and injustice.

Program Details

• The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in psychological science and social science, preparing them for a career in a range of fields, including personnel services, human resources, organizational behavior, government agencies, and private enterprise.
• The program consists of a combination of core subjects and electives, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals.
• Students can choose from a range of majors, including:
  • Criminology
  • Environment and Society
  • Human Resource Management
  • Human Services
  • Indigenous Studies
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Philosophy
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Careers

Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychological Science - Bachelor of Social Science program can pursue a range of career opportunities, including:

• Personnel Services
• Human Resources
• Organisational Behaviour
• Government Agencies or Private Enterprise
• Industrial Relations
• Data Analyst
• Life Coach
• Brand Manager
• Marketing And Advertising
• Educational Officer
• Developmental Officer
• Community or Social Services

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited as the first three years of study towards registration as a psychologist in Australia. To complete the four years required for registration, students can complete an Honours year or an additional two years of education and training.

Admissions Information

• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.
• English Language Requirements: The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
  • IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking
  • TOEFL (Internet-based): 86 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 18 in writing, 17 in listening, and 17 in speaking
• Workload: As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week, including class time and independent study.

More Detail

• Fees: The tuition fees for the program are reviewed annually, and the fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement.
• Key Dates: The program has two intakes per year, in Autumn and Spring. The application deadlines and session dates vary depending on the intake.

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Psychological Science
• Social Science
• Criminology
• Environment and Society
• Human Resource Management
• Human Services
• Indigenous Studies
• Management
• Marketing
• Philosophy
• Public Health
• Sociology