Course overview
If you care about the wellbeing of those around you and want to make a positive contribution to people’s lives, consider studying the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Counselling.
One in four Australians will meet the criteria for mental illness in a 12-month period, making this career path extremely important to the community (National Survey of Mental Health).
Our Bachelor of Psychological Science and Counselling gives you deep insight into why we think and act the way we do, what impact society has on our actions, and how to empower people to act differently. Included in this course is industry placement and counselling client contact, giving you the hands-on experience ACAP is known for.
Course record
Majors
Biology, Learning and Cognition, Evidence-Based Approaches, Intercultural Diversity and Indigenous Psychology, Learning and Memory, Lifespan Development, Professional Issues and Applications, Psychological Measurement and Assessment, Psychopathology, Research Methodology, Social Psychology, The Individual, Society and Culture.
Career Opportunities
A psychology degree is valued by employers in many sectors including marketing, sales, justice and education. Counsellors provide services relating to bereavement and loss, mental health and general counselling.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection All applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
- or Completion of a Certificate IV or above (or equivalent)
- or Have been admitted to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent) English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection All applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (or equivalent)
- or Have been admitted to an undergraduate degree at an Australian University (or equivalent) English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. English language test selection International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to the IELTS scores indicated below. Please visit our website for more information on International Entry Requirements . SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to ACAP University College SEAS information and the ACAP University College website
Student profile
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Campuses & intake dates
- MelbourneVIC