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University of Canberra

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Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours)

  • Bachelor (Honours)

Prepare for a stellar career in Psychology The Honours course in Psychology extends what you learned in the undergraduate degree about how and why people think, feel, and act the way they do.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
769AA.4, 056139G

About this course

Prepare for a stellar career in Psychology

The Honours course in Psychology extends what you learned in the undergraduate degree about how and why people think, feel, and act the way they do.

The course will develop your understanding of the complexities of human behaviour, and the professional, ethical, and social contexts of the science and practice of psychology. As part of this course you will also conduct an independent research project that will be written as a thesis and may lead to publication.

This course is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

On graduation you will be eligible for provisional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, which means you can then apply for entry into the Master of Clinical Psychology course.

Study locations

Canberra

What you will learn

  • Gain advanced knowledge in psychological assessment and intervention, ethics, and research
  • Conduct an independent research project, leading to a thesis
  • Develop a sophisticated understanding of professional practice in psychology
  • Graduate from a fully accredited course and be eligible for provisional registration and entry into master's courses in clinical psychology and other areas of professional practice.

Career pathways

A range of career opportunities exists for Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours) graduates, including:

  • Provisionally-registered psychologist (undertaking two-years professional supervision)
  • Human resources officer
  • Policy and research officer
  • Social policy researcher
  • Career development practitioner
  • Immigration and correctional officer
  • Counsellors
  • Health promotion officer.

Credit for prior study or work

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.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at University of Canberra.
88%
Overall satisfaction
84%
Skill scale
64%
Teaching scale
91.2%
Employed full-time