Bachelor of Psychology and Bachelor of Science

Pursue your passions and maximise your career options with our combined bachelor’s degrees. You’ll graduate with two degrees in just four years, a Bachelor of Psychology (where you’ll take a defined study plan) and a Bachelor of Science (where you’ll choose a major from a wide range of options).

Career opportunities: Psychologist*, neuroscientist, statistician and more.

Why study this degree combination at UWA

• Get the best of both worlds – enjoy the advantages of comprehensive and specialised degrees.
• Complete two undergraduate degrees in a shorter time than doing them separately.
• UWA is ranked first in Western Australia for psychology (QS WUR by Subject 2024)
• We are one of two psychology schools in Australia to have its research rated ‘well above world standard’ consistently since 2010 (ERA)
• Graduate with two qualifications and maximise your job prospects. 

You'll learn to

• The Bachelor of Psychology will help you develop a scientific understanding of human thoughts and behaviours, the processes underlying these and the relationship of these processes to the brain.
• The Bachelor of Science lets you cultivate your passions while developing transferable skills that are essential in every industry and can never be automated - they'll set you apart from the competition and prepare you for a future-proof career.

At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.

* Postgraduate study and/or training is required to register as a psychologist in Australia.