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Psychology
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

  • ID:UOSA610247
  • Level:4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

  • Recent secondary education
    • 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

English requirements

  • IELTS total 6.0

Course Information

This degree will provide you with an understanding of psychological theory; psychology research methods; critical and analytical thinking; and counselling and interpersonal skills.

As an honours student you will focus on research methodologies and you will graduate with the ability to design, conduct and evaluate research. UniSA has been ranked number one in South Australia for psychology research1, and as part of your studies you will graduate with specialised knowledge and skills in this area.

Our world-class learning facilities enable you to learn in simulated real-world environments. These practical learning environments will see you graduate will the skills and confidence needed to work in a clinical setting.

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

The ability to listen and analyse, plus the possession of critical thinking skills and an interest in human behaviour and biology are key attributes of students considering a career in psychology. As a graduate you will be qualified to work in a range of areas including the health and human services sectors, research organisations, government, and non-government organisations. Careers to consider: 

  • clinical psychologist (with further study): work with patients to identify and diagnose emotional, mental and behavioural issues
  • neuropsychologist (with further study): assess and evaluate the brain function of people with brain injuries or abnormal brain functioning
  • research assistant: assist with academic research; research assistants are often employed by universities or research institutes
  • work and organisational psychologist: use psychological principles and research methods to solve problems in the workplace

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