We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests.
Pearson PTE (Academic):
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date) Overall 58, Listening : 50, Reading: 50, Writing: 50, Speaking: 50
Cambridge English Score:
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement. You must provide your Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number, these are printed on your Cambridge English Confirmation of Entry) Overall 176, Listening: 169, Reading: 169, Writing: 169, Speaking: 169
IELTS Academic:
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date) Overall 6.5, Listening: 6, Reading: 6, Writing: 6, Speaking : 6
TOEFL iBT:
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date) Overall 79, Listening: 16, Reading: 16, Writing: 21, Speaking: 18
Highlights
Take the first step towards a career as a registered psychologist.
Study specialised areas of psychology including alcohol and drug studies, forensic psychology and the law, family therapy, sexuality and gender, and community psychology.
Option to complete a professional placement unit which can be undertaken in Australia or overseas.
Choose electives from across the university such as science, criminology, creative industries and business.
Why choose this course?
This course provides an excellent foundation for careers in professional areas where an understanding of human physical and emotional behavior is an advantage, and is the first step towards a career as a registered psychologist. QUT allows you to choose from a wide selection of electives, or pair this course with another degree in a complementary area. This distinct flexibility offers you a competitive edge in the workplace.
During this course you will complete elective units that will allow you to build your knowledge in areas of specific interest and emerging areas of employment. You will select from specialised areas of psychology including organisational psychology, alcohol and drug studies, forensic psychology and the law, family therapy and community psychology. Elective units may also be from other study areas in the university, such as science, criminology, creative industries and business. Elective units may also be combined to form a minor in another study area.
You may complete a placement in a professional environment that aligns with your career goals. There are opportunities to complete this placement in Australia or overseas.
Our staff have been recognised for excellence in teaching and research. Many are active researchers who are contributing to new knowledge in areas that include mental health and wellbeing interventions, alcohol and substance abuse therapies, community psychology (including refugees and migrants), road safety, and building resilience in children and teens.
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Possible careers
Administrator
Aged Services Worker
Case Manager
Child Protection Officer
Community Health Officer
Community Worker
Counsellor
Disability Services Worker
Family Services Officer
Government Officer
Guidance Officer
Health Information Manager
Health Services Manager
Higher Education Worker
Human Resource Developer
Human Resource Manager
Human Services Practitioner
Manager
Policy Officer
Probation and Parole Officer
Psychologist
Public Servant
Research Assistant
Research officer
Social Scientist
Youth Worker
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
