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Bachelor of Psychology
Bachelor of Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

  • ID:UOSA610033
  • Level:3-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

English Requirements

  • IELTS total 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0

  • TOEFL PBT : 550 with TWE of 4.5

  • TOEFL iBT: 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18

  • Pearson PTE: 50 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50

  • Cambridge CAE/CPE : 169

Other Requirements

Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND

  • Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or

  • Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or

  • Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points

Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

OR
Higher education study

  • Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or

  • Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above

OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)

  • Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above

OR
Work and life experience

  • Qualify for Special Entry, or

  • Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or

  • Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past

Course Information

This degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills to understand foundations in psychology, and embark on further studies which can lead to a fulfilling career in psychology.

Designed and taught by world-class researchers in the field of psychology, the curriculum is relevant, up-to-date and informed by the research of our academics.

You will graduate with:

  • an understanding of the theoretical basis of psychology

  • critical and analytical thinking skills

  • the ability to manage data

  • the ability to use and produce research

You can also expand your employment options by combining your Bachelor of Psychology degree with another degree. With just one year of extra study you can graduate with a double degree in areas such as law or human services.

If you finish your degree with a distinction Grade Point Average (GPA), you may be eligible for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours). With further study you could also become a registered psychologist or research psychologist. To follow this career path at UniSA, you must complete a one-year Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree, followed by additional postgraduate studies in psychology.

CRICOS CODE : 036236E

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Degree structure

FIRST YEAR

  • First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)

  • Psychology 1A

  • Personal and Professional Development

  • Elective

  • Elective

  • Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)

  • Psychology 1B

  • Introductory Research Methods

  • Aboriginal Australians and Psychology

  • Elective

SECOND YEAR

  • First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)

  • Developmental Psychology

  • Cognitive Psychology

  • Psychology Applications

  • Elective

  • Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)

  • Social and Community Psychology

  • Biological and Learning Psychology

  • Career Development

  • Elective

THIRD YEAR

  • First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)

  • Personality Psychology

  • Specialist Psychology Course

  • Specialist Psychology Course

  • Elective

  • Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)

  • Clinical and Abnormal Psychology

  • Specialist Psychology Course

  • Psychology Placement

OR

  • 2 Electives

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

A career in psychology requires a strong interest in human behaviour; you also need to be able to think clearly and logically, to be compassionate, understanding and patient. 

Careers to consider include:

  • behavioural ecologist: work with animals analysing behavioural patterns; behavioural ecologists may work at museums, zoos and aquariums

  • change management consultant: work with organisations offering strategic advice to improve workplace productivity and performance as well as organisational change

  • training and development coach: advise organisations on learning and professional development obligations

  • case manager: work with human services and community programs providing support for individuals and families in aged care, migration and rehabilitation

  • youth worker: work with young people providing support and encouragement

  • disability support worker: provide support for people in the community with intellectual, physical, social and emotional disabilities

  • community development officer: work with cities, neighbourhoods or other municipalities to ensure the growth, health and vitality of a region

  • counsellor (with further study): work with individuals in a confidential setting helping them to overcome problems

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

OSHC: 530 ($) per year

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