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Australian Catholic University (ACU)

  • 12% international / 88% domestic

Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Arts

  • Bachelor

Psychological science explores how the mind works and why people behave the way they do. Our arts students learn to gather and evaluate evidence, think critically, and apply ethical principles in decision-making.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 years full-time
Course Code
098379K
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Aug
ATAR
58.5

About this course

Psychological science explores how the mind works and why people behave the way they do. Our arts students learn to gather and evaluate evidence, think critically, and apply ethical principles in decision-making. Combine these degrees and you will be well equipped to help people address issues and challenges in their lives.

Our graduates make meaningful contributions to improving the outcomes of clients, customers, colleagues and collaborators in a diverse range of settings including, but not limited to: government departments, private sector, schools, business, and not-for-profit organisations.

Entry requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent:

Study locations

Strathfield

Melbourne

Career pathways

Our graduates have pursued careers in:

  • counselling
  • child welfare and development
  • community work
  • education
  • health
  • human resources
  • marketing and market research
  • fourth year study in psychology to pursue a career in psychology

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at Australian Catholic University (ACU).
82.8%
Overall satisfaction
85.6%
Skill scale
76.6%
Teaching scale
68.2%
Employed full-time
$62.6k
Average salary