Program Overview

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) course provides advanced, research-based studies in psychology for students who have successfully completed the Bachelor of Psychology, or an equivalent accredited three-year degree in Psychology.

Course Code

The course code for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is T75.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree Award.

Entry Requirements

ECU admission and English language requirements apply. All applicants are required to have an APAC-accredited 3-year Bachelor degree with a major in Psychology, with a Weighted Course Average (WAM) of 70 per cent or higher.

Admissions

Course admission profile: ECU admission profile.

Fees

• Commonwealth supported: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $17,400.
• International students: estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $42,650.

Duration

1 year full-time or part-time equivalent.

Availability and Campus

Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2
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City Campus | |
Joondalup | |
South West | |
Sri Lanka | |
Online | FT PT |

• FT = Full-time study, PT = Part-time study.

Early Closing Date

This course has an early closing date for applications for Semester 1. To avoid disappointment, we recommend you apply by this date: 07/11/2025.

Course Details

Semester Availability

Semester 1: Study full-time Online, Semester 1: Study part-time Online.

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1:

• Unit Code: PSY5128, Unit Title: Research Skills, Credit Points: 15
• Unit Code: PSY5189, Unit Title: Preparation of Thesis Proposal, Credit Points: 20
• Unit Code: PSY5150, Unit Title: Health and Clinical Psychology, Credit Points: 15
• Unit Code: PSY5188, Unit Title: Advanced Developmental and Professional Issues in Psychology, Credit Points: 15

Year 1 - Semester 2:

• Unit Code: PSY5190, Unit Title: Thesis Development, Credit Points: 40
• Unit Code: PSY5168, Unit Title: Psychological Assessment, Credit Points: 15

Course Notes

Important Course Notes

• Registration: Students will need to graduate to be eligible to register with the Psychology Board of Australia. Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia is required to practice in the profession.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply advanced knowledge of psychological theories and concepts, and knowledge of basic psychological strategies, to a range of practical situations.
2. Analyse and synthesise literature and apply research skills to design and execute a project to investigate a substantive individual research question relevant to the discipline of psychology.
3. Communicate psychological knowledge and values effectively in oral and written formats in a variety of academic contexts.
4. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and ethical awareness in scholarly practice within psychology.
5. Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.

Professional Recognition

Course Conditionally Accredited by: Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Career Opportunities

Possible Future Job Titles

• Psychologist

Similar Courses to Consider

• Bachelor of Psychology

Courses for Further Progression

• Doctor of Philosophy