Bachelor of Human Movement, Bachelor of Psychological Science (Counselling and Interpersonal Skills)

• Study South Australia's only double degree in human movement and psychological science, and one of SA's only degrees to include core courses in psychology, counselling and interpersonal skills.
• Study with the No.1 University in SA for graduate careers in Psychology1.
• Learn from a University that has well-above world-class research in Human Movement and Sport Science as well as Psychology.2
• Join SA's number one university for psychology research3, number one in SA for student satisfaction in Psychology4.
• Tailor your degree to your interests through streams in multiple human movement disciplines such as Health and Physical Education.
• Graduate industry-ready when you complete practical workplace experience.
• Learn in state-of-the-art on-campus facilities, such as an exercise physiology clinic, environmental chamber, exercise physiology laboratories and a health and fitness centre.
• Be taught by world-class staff, including some of Australia's leading exercise scientists and physical activity specialists.
• This degree is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

As the health, wellbeing and nutrition industries continue to grow, employment prospects for graduates of this degree are promising.

Careers to consider include:

• Sport development officer: responsible for coordinating club and athlete participation in sports programs, as well as improving the performance of individuals and teams
• Community and allied health worker: support and assist the work of allied health professionals, such as occupational therapists, physiotherapists and dieticians
• Sports coach: provide expert training advice to sporting professionals, and analyse their performances to provide further feedback and development strategies
• Health and wellbeing advisor: advise clients on exercise, health, wellbeing and nutrition
• Youth worker: work with young people, providing support and encouragement
• Counsellor (with further study): work with individuals in a confidential setting, helping them to overcome problems
• Community development officer: work with communities to bring about social change
• Research Assistant: support research psychologists in the research process.

As a graduate of the Health and Physical Education stream within this double degree, you'll be eligible to apply for the Master of Teaching (Secondary), and can teach up to year 12 Health and PE, Psychology and Junior Science. You'll also be qualified for school counsellor roles. For more information including subjects you'll be able to teach, visit our secondary health and physical education teaching page.

*The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree is the entry path to become a professionally practicing or research psychologist. You must finish your degree with a credit or high-grade point average (GPA) to be eligible for honours. You will then need to complete a two-year Master of Psychology (Clinical) or PhD in Psychology.