Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units). Find out more about feesAUD 43,040 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units). Find out more about fees
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
Program handbook
Description
This program is available to students who have completed all 1000, 2000 3000 level courses of the Bachelor of Psychology (Program Code 11394) or the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (Program Code 12362) and wish to graduate with the three year BPsycSc. A Bachelor of Psychological Science provides students with psychological insights about human nature which are both interesting and relevant to everyday life.
Program learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles and concepts in the discipline of psychology.
- Communicate effectively and professionally in written and/or oral formats to present a competent exposition of knowledge and ideas to various audiences.
- Use well developed cognitive skills to review, analyse and synthesize empirical knowledge to make informed decisions in applied psychology and psychological research.
- Work collaboratively in psychological research projects applying competent intellectual and research abilities.
- Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to ethical principles in professional practice and research.
- Demonstrate developing knowledge and skills in the practice of psychology including topics in therapeutic intervention and psychometric testing.
Details
Information correct as at | Mar 19, 2024 9:14 pm |
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Program code | 11698 |
AQF level | Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree |
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CRICOS Code | 062430J |
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Admission information
Admission requirements
- Students currently in the Bachelor of Psychology (Program Code 11394) or the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (Program Code 12362) 4 year programs who elect to exit their degree with an accredited 3 year degree may contact the relevant Program Advisor to request to exit with the Bachelor of Psychological Science award.
- Students do not meet the academic requirements for progress to the 4th year of the Bachelor of Psychology (Program Code 11394) or the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (Program Code 12362) will graduate with the Bachelor of Psychological Science.
English Language Requirements
All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.
- IELTS Overall Minimum: 7
- IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 7
Credit transfer
This program is an exit award only. Credit is applicable only upon exit from the Bachelor of Psychology or Bachelor of Psychology (Honours).
Professional recognition
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council
This program is accredited as a three year undergraduate program with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). While the degree award is for those students who do wish to pursue a career other than psychology, graduates who have a credit average are eligible to apply for a 4th year of psychology such as the Graduate Diploma of Psychology at some future time.Graduates with a Bachelor of Psychological Science will have completed a three year accredited sequence. Please note that an accredited 4th year is required for Bachelor of Psychological Science graduates who might consider seeking provisional registration with the Psychologists Board of Australia.
Academic requirements for program completion
Total units required
240 units
Program duration
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 8 years maximum.
International students studying this program on campus are required to enrol full time to comply with their student visa requirements and complete their study in the standard minimum program duration. International students requiring enrolment advice should review the program plan corresponding to the semester and year of commencement and can contact their Program Advisor at ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au
Program requirements
The requirements and structure of the program are identical to the first three years of the Bachelor of Psychology (Program Code 11394) or the Bachelor of Psycholgy (Honours) (Program Code 12362) programs. Please refer to the program handbook for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) for further details.http://www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-psychology-honours/handbook
Program planner
Current students program planner
Current students can plan their program using Program Planner.
Prospective student degree planner
If you're a prospective student considering studying this degree take a look at My Degree Planner to see what your study journey will look like.
Transition arrangements
2021 Revision:
From 2021 the following Science Directed courses were discontinued: BIOL2020, ENVS1000, MATH1210, MATH2005, PHYS1150, and STEC2100. Students who have completed any of the discontinued courses can continue to count them towards their program.
2017 Revision:
The program was revised in 2016 and changes were implemented for Semester 1 2017. PHIL1060 was removed from the core of the program. Students who have not yet successfully completed PHIL1060 are now required to take an additional 10 units of electives in lieu of PHIL1060.
2015 Revision:
From 2015 there will be no new intake in the Bachelor of Psychology (Program Code 11394) as this program has been replaced by the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (Program Code 12362). Where appropriate, students currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Psychology program will be transitioned to the new Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) program.
From 2015, students who transfer to the new Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) program may qualify for the Bachelor of Psychological Science under the new program structure.
From 2015, students who remain enrolled in the previous Bachelor of Psychology program may also qualify for the Bachelor of Psychological Science under the program structure in which they enrolled.
Please consult with your Program Advisor if you wish to exit the Bachelor of Psychology (Program Code 11394) or the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (Program Code 12362) with the Bachelor of Psychological Science.
2012 Revision:
The program was reviewed and changes were made to the degree for 2012.
Students who commenced the B Psychology program prior to 2012 can qualify for the Bachelor of Psychological Science as per program rules prior to 2012, or as per the 2012 revised program rules.
Students who commence the Bachelor of Psychology from 2012 can qualify for the Bachelor of Psychological Science but must adhere to the revised 2012 program rules.
Program structure
Students can plan their program using Program Planner. It is recommended students review the program handbook in conjunction with using Program Planner.
Advanced course filters
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Core
Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program. | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
PSYC1000 | Introductory Research Methods in Psychology |
| 10 units |
PSYC1010 | Psychology Introduction 1 |
| 10 units |
PSYC1020 | Psychology Introduction 2 |
| 10 units |
PSYC1200 | Foundations of Psychological Practice |
| 10 units |
STAT1070 | Statistics for the Sciences |
| 10 units |
PSYC2200 | Foundations of Psychological Interventions |
| 10 units |
PSYC2300 | Cognitive Psychology |
| 10 units |
PSYC2400 | Biological Psychology |
| 10 units |
PSYC2500 | Introduction to Mental Health and Mental Disorders |
| 10 units |
PSYC2900 | Social Psychology |
| 10 units |
PSYC3000 | Advanced Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology |
| 10 units |
PSYC3006 | Individual Differences and Assessment |
| 10 units |
PSYC3200 | Foundations of Applied Psychological Science |
| 10 units |
PSYC3301 | Advanced Perception and Learning in Psychology |
| 10 units |
PSYC3700 | Advanced Developmental Psychology and Developmental Psychopathology |
| 10 units |
Biology Course List
Choose 10 units from the following course list | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
BIOL1001 | Molecules, Cells and Organisms |
| 10 units |
BIOL1040 | Introduction to Biology I | Not currently offered | 10 units |
Psychology Course List
Choose 20 units from the following course list | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
PSYC3300 | Advanced Cognitive Psychology: Theory & Applications |
| 10 units |
PSYC3400 | Advanced Biological Psychology | Not currently offered | 10 units |
PSYC3500 | Advanced Health Psychology |
| 10 units |
Science Course List
Choose 10 units from the following course list | |||
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Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
BIOL1001 | Molecules, Cells and Organisms |
| 10 units |
BIOL1002 | Organisms to Ecosystems |
| 10 units |
BIOL1003 | Professional Skills for Biological Sciences 1 |
| 10 units |
CHEM1010 | Introductory Chemistry I |
| 10 units |
CHEM1020 | Introductory Chemistry II |
| 10 units |
CHEM1120 | Chemistry for the Life Sciences II |
| 10 units |
ENVS1001 | Environmental Science Concepts and Methods |
| 10 units |
ENVS1003 | Environmental Values and Ethics |
| 10 units |
ENVS1004 | Social Development and the Environment |
| 10 units |
FSHN1030 | Introduction to the Nutritional, Physical and Psychological Aspects of Wellness |
| 10 units |
GEOG1020 | Introduction to Human Geography |
| 10 units |
GEOG1030 | Global Poverty and Development |
| 10 units |
GEOS1040 | Earth: Our Dynamic Planet |
| 10 units |
GEOS1050 | Earth: Natural Hazards |
| 10 units |
MARI1000 | Our Oceans |
| 10 units |
MATH1001 | Preparatory Studies in Mathematics |
| 10 units |
MATH1002 | Foundational Studies in Mathematics |
| 10 units |
MATH1110 | Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 1 |
| 10 units |
MATH1120 | Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 2 |
| 10 units |
MATH1510 | Discrete Mathematics |
| 10 units |
PHYS1200 | Introductory Physics for the Life Sciences |
| 10 units |
PHYS1210 | Advanced Physics I |
| 10 units |
SCIE1001 | Professional Scientific Thinking |
| 10 units |
SCIE1002 | Multidisciplinary Laboratories |
| 10 units |
CRIM2020 | Criminal Psychology |
| 10 units |
ENVS2004 | Ecology |
| 10 units |
ENVS2008 | The Sustainable Society |
| 10 units |
EXSS2030 | Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology |
| 10 units |
GEOG2080 | Cities and Regions |
| 10 units |
GEOG2130 | Geographies of Development |
| 10 units |
PHYS2100 | Introduction to Astronomy |
| 10 units |
SCIE2019 | Astrobiology: Life Beyond our Planet |
| 10 units |
STAT2000 | Applied Statistics and Research Methods |
| 10 units |
ENVS3005 | Animal Behaviour |
| 10 units |
Electives
Electives 50 unit requirement | |
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Complete 50 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement your core studies with more courses in the same field of study, or from areas that might be of interest to you. Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them. | 50 units |
Additional information
Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
International students
All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.
Additional support
AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.
Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.
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