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The entry requirements differs from country to country, but in general, applicants must have satisfactorily completed 12 years of schooling or equivalent.
Successful completion of the James Cook University Singapore Foundation Program will also satisfy the entrance requirement.
Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6 (no component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no component less than 18) / Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no component less than 52); or
Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
Successful completion of other qualifications completed in English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards within the last two years assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Pre-requisite
Successful completion of English Language subject or any language rich subject deemed comparable to Australian standards on a case-by-case basis which includes GCE A level Grade D or higher in English or any language rich subject, GCE AS level Grade C or higher in English or any language rich subject, or GCE O level Grade C or higher in English subject.
Advanced Standing
Students may apply for exemption for previous tertiary study where appropriate in accordance with the Advanced Standing and Articulation policy and associated procedures. Advanced standing will be granted only for studies completed in the 10 years prior to the commencement of this course.
Attendance Requirements
International students holding a valid Student’s Pass are required to attend at least 90% of scheduled classes per month. Failure to attend classes is a breach of the student visa conditions. Being absent from classes for a continuous period of seven days or more, or attendance falling below 90% without valid reasons will result in the student needing to surrender their Student’s Pass for cancellation.
The Bachelor of Arts is an undergraduate course consisting of 24 subjects. The course combines study from a range of disciplines. You are encouraged to develop critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and research skills for successful study. You can craft a varied course of study that maximises your ability to meet the changing demands of employers.
This major is designed to give students a deeper understanding of the biological, social and cultural factors which influence how humans think, feel and behave. This major is offered to students who want an understanding of psychology to combine with another area of study. Students wishing to register as psychologists should instead take our Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited Bachelor of Psychological Science course.
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BA Course Structure
Core Subjects (Level 1)
Time, Truth, and the Human Condition
Our Space: Networks, Narrative and the Making of Place
+ Core Subject (Level 3): Arts Edge
+ Options: Select 6 Arts and Social Sciences subjects of Level 1, 2 or 3
+ Anthropology: Cultural Diversity in Global Perspective
+ Select 2 level 3 Arts and Social Science subjects
+ Select the Psychology Studies major (8 subjects)
+ Select 4 any undergraduate subjects
Psychology Studies Major
Core
Exploring Psychology from Brain to Practice
Exploring Psychology from Perception to Reality
+ Select 4 level 2 subjects from List 1:
List 1
Intercultural Psychology & Cross Cultural Communication
Psychological Neuroscience
Introduction to Research Methods and Data Analysis
Connecting Social, Psychological and Physical Health
Through the Looking Glass: Development across the Lifespan
Experimental Investigation and Analysis of Behaviour
The World Around Us: Environmental Psychology
Intersections of Psychology and Law: Forensic Psychology
Learning Processes, Behaviour and Performance
Memory and Cognition
+ Select 3 level 3 subjects from List 2:
List 2
Psychological Research Methods and Interpretation
Social Psychology in Everyday Life
Mining the Mind: Psychopathology
Counselling Principles and Practice for Diverse Environments
Psychological Assessment in Action
Personality Psychology: Decoding the Mysteries of Humans
Cognitive Neuroscience: The Biology of Mind
Population Clinical Health Promotion and Communication
Must successfully complete 4 subjects at level 1 before attempting any level 2 or 3 subject
Graduates of this major can pursue a diverse range of careers in government and human services organisations, business corporations, and the health sector as well as in media, market research, advertising, public relations and human resources.
