Program Overview

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Introduction to the Bachelor of Psychology

The Bachelor of Psychology is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of psychological principles and methods. This course allows students to explore the various fields of psychology, including human development, biological, social, and cultural influences on perception, emotion, learning, language, personality, and individual differences.

Key Information

Duration and Course Structure

The Bachelor of Psychology program is completed over 8 trimesters, typically taking 3 years, or 6 trimesters for a fast-track option, which takes 2 years. The program consists of 24 units and 72 credit points.

Intake Dates

Intake dates for the program are January, May, and September.

Mode of Delivery

The program is delivered on campus.

Fees

The total fee for the entire course is AED 179,880, inclusive of VAT. Note that tuition fees exclude the cost of course study materials.

About the Bachelor of Psychology

The Bachelor of Psychology program at Murdoch University allows students to study Psychological Science while developing specialist expertise in social and developmental psychology. Students will explore cutting-edge research, practical applications, and gain insights into how we understand ourselves and others. This course enables students to build a valuable portfolio of technical and interpersonal skills and gives them the chance to develop superior analytical skills alongside contemporary scientific research methods for investigating human minds and behavior.

Reasons to Study Psychology at Murdoch University

• This course is the first step in the process of becoming a licensed psychologist.
• In the first year, students are exposed to how research projects are conducted and consider psychological issues through a cross-cultural lens.
• The university has a five-star rating in psychology for learning materials, experience, skill development, and teaching quality.

Recommended Double Majors

• Criminology
• Human Resources Management
• Management
• Marketing

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychology program can pursue careers as:

• Psychologist (with further study)
• Human Resources or Marketing Officer
• Manager
• Researcher

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Psychology (B1413) includes:

Spine Units (9 cp)

• MSP100: Career Learning: Managing Your Career (3cp)
• MSP200: Building Employability Skills (3cp)
• COM203: Consulting and Freelancing (3cp)

Course Core (3 cp)

• COM100: Thinking Communication (3cp)

Psychology Major (36 cp)

• PSY202: Psychological Research Methods (3cp)
• PSY301: Advanced Psychological Research Methods (3cp)
• PSY101: Introduction to Cultural Psychology (3cp)
• PSY141: Introduction to Psychological Science (3cp)
• PSY173: Introduction to Psychological Research Methods (3cp)
• PSY251: Psychology: Biological Bases of Behaviour (3cp)
• PSY285: Psychology: Social Bases of Behaviour (3cp)
• PSY286: Psychology: Human Development (3cp)
• PSY294: Psychology: Cognitive Processes (3cp)
• PSY388: Psychology: Abnormal Behaviour (3cp)
• PSY391: Psychology: Individual Differences and Performance (3cp)

Specified Elective

• PSY382: Psychology of Ageing (3cp)

Options (24 cp)

Students can choose to complete a double major or select elective units to the value of 24 credit points, ensuring they satisfy pre-requisite requirements.

Academic Entry Requirements

Students must meet the minimum academic qualifications required for admission to this course.

English Language Entry Requirements

Students must demonstrate English language proficiency before being admitted to this course.

Faculty Profile – Psychology

The Discipline Lead for Psychology and Criminology is Dr. Magdalena Mosanya, who holds a PhD in Psychology and has extensive research experience in areas including intercultural communication, sports psychology, and women's emancipation. Dr. Mosanya is also proficient in various therapeutic approaches.