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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology

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Fuse creative arts and psychology to explore new horizons

Combine the creativity of a versatile and professionally-oriented arts degree with the psychological insights of a...

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Fuse creative arts and psychology to explore new horizons

Combine the creativity of a versatile and professionally-oriented arts degree with the psychological insights of a psychology degree and use that knowledge to explore new career possibilities.

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology double degree will help you develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become an innovative and globally engaged creative thinker - with a clear and critical understanding of scientific psychology theories and research methods - while also establishing a solid foundation for those considering becoming a professional psychologist.

If you're a creative thinker committed to pursuing a career as an engaging, thought provoking catalyst for change, then make sure you register for this course today.

Combine a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology at UC and you will:
  • explore creative ideas and ideologies designed to stimulate discussion and influence change
  • increase your knowledge of the scientific basis and core topics in the discipline of psychology, including in the areas of psychopathology, cognition and perception
  • increase your knowledge of the research methods used by psychologists and learn how to apply these methods to the design and conduct of studies and analyse and interpret results and write reports
  • enhance your ability to apply your knowledge in a critical way to problems related to behaviour and mental processes, and learn to distinguish scientific evidence
  • increase your understanding and application of values, research and professional ethics in psychological research and other professional contexts.
Career opportunities
A UC Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree opens many doors in a range of sectors in both the public and private health care systems, including:
  • clinical psychology
  • policy and research
  • youth work
  • consumer research
  • advertising and marketing
  • human resources
  • industrial relations
  • program co-ordination and welfare
Professional accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (https://apac.au/ )

Entry requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Additional admission requirements

For Work Integrated Learning (WIL) in Psychology, students may require a Working with Vulnerable People card.

Assumed knowledge

None.

Periods course is open for new admissions
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Domestic International
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 05 February 2024
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 29 July 2024
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 03 February 2025
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 28 July 2025
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 02 February 2026
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 27 July 2026
Credit arrangements

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Study locations

Canberra

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