OpenBachelor degreeSociety and Culture

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

ProviderUniversity of Canberra
Course code: UAC365123UniversityStudy area: Society and CultureCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

Discover the science behind how and why people think, feel, and behave the way they do with the UC Bachelor of Science in Psychology. In this course, you will learn how to use science and evidence-based practice to understand human behaviour in a wide range of settings. In only three years, you will learn the foundations of psychology and gain the knowledge, understanding and the contacts to go on to explore a range of career and study opportunities once you graduate This course is especially advantageous to those studying double-degrees in law, business, and sport & exercise science alternatively you can choose to do a secondary major in many areas, including counselling, health science, and sports. UC also offers extensive Work Integrated Learning opportunities including placements in local, national and international organisations - if available. This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and opens opportunities for further study in psychology at honours and masters levels.

Entry requirements

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Standard entry

Refer to the UC general admission criteria .

English requirement
Cambridge C1 Advanced 176, no component below 169Cambridge C2 Proficiency 176, no component below 169IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6PTE Academic 58, no component below 50TOEFL iBT 79, no component below 20

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Student profile

Total students148
#2024
Higher education entry41 · 27.7%
27.7%
School leavers (ATAR)33 · 22.3%
22.3%
Secondary education41 · 27.7%
27.7%
Vocational pathway11 · 7.4%
7.4%
Other entry pathwaysN/P · N/P%
N/P%
International students11 · 7.4%
7.4%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

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