University of Southern Queensland Background Image
Image of University of Southern Queensland
Social Sciences and Communication
Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

  • ID:042230E
  • Level:3-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • Duration:
  • Intake:

Fees (AUD)

Estimated Total/program:
Apply
60
Accept letter
100
Visa
20
Fly
1

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

Pre-requisites

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C), and
  • General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

 

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

 

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

If you have previously studied in your home country, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Course Information

  • Are you interested in how people think, hear, feel, learn and remember? A UniSQ Psychology degree enables you to combine your passion for human behaviour with electives in human resource management, law, and human physiology, making it a good option for a double major across other schools or departments.
  • The degree is also unique in other ways, offering courses in Cross Cultural and Indigenous Psychology and Clinical Health Psychology (which is rare in an undergrad degree!).
  • Gain transferrable skills in critical thinking and communication as you embark on a fascinating career focussing on the human mind and mental health.

 

Which Psychology degree is for me?

All UniSQ psychology degrees will study the same compulsory 12 unit psychology courses. Which degree is right for you will depend on your interests and goals.

  • The Bachelor of Science (Psychology) will provide you with the opportunity to complement your psychology major with another major or two minors. Perhaps Counselling or Human Resource Management?
  • Within the Bachelor of Science (Psychology Extended) you will delve deeper into advanced theory and practice in psychological sciences, ending your degree with two-unit capstone course, which will be research-focused or practitioner-focused (undertaking a work placement).
  • Studying the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) has a greater focus on developing your professional portfolio through psychological-skills based courses. This degree is particularly beneficial if your primary focus is working with clients.

 

Further study

Completion of either the Bachelor of Science (Psychology) or Bachelor of Science (Psychology Extended) with a qualifying grade point average will enable students to apply for entry into Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Psychology).

Thinking of studying in 2024? UniSQ will be delivering flexible new ways of teaching, with different calendar offerings, making the balance of study and life easier. Read more in our new academic calendar FAQs.

 

Professional accreditation

The Psychology major is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as providing the first three years of the necessary requirements for full membership as a psychologist.

Full registration as a psychologist requires an Honours-year plus two years of supervised practice or an Honours-year plus a Masters or Doctorate degree.

 

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 24 units.

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 4
1 x 12-unit Psychology major 12
plus 1 x 8-unit major
or 2 x 4-unit minors
or 1 x 4-unit minor plus 4 x electives
or 8 x electives             
8
Total 24

Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns. 

 

Other majors

 

More info: Click here 

See moreSee less

Pre Courses

See moreSee less

Pathway Courses

If you don’t meet the entry requirements, don’t worry, there are pathway options available to you.

See moreSee less

Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

  • A study of the Australian workforce by the Department of Education, Employment and Training identified psychology as the fastest-growing profession.

  • Graduates of this degree can work as welfare officers, youth workers or in child safety or corrective services.

  • A psychology degree can also open up a raft of job opportunities in a multitude of industries including jobs in the public and private sector, marketing, human resource management, counselling and sport.

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

OSHC: 623AUD per year

Same Courses

Close search