87.8% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022 - Undergraduate Business and Management
Degree overview
Develop business strategy backed by psychology
Use science to understand people. This combined program prepares you to work in a broad range of industries where you can positively impact the way businesses operate and the lives of others.
The combined Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Business investigates broad business skills that incorporate understanding of ethical, economic, regulatory and global perspectives, complemented with a deep understanding of psychological processes and principles.
Together, these skills form a dynamic foundation which can be implemented to improve business practices, better understand corporate culture, and inform strategic direction.
World Top 150
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for Psychology
World top 175
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for business and economics
APAC
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accredited degree
Career opportunities
This combined program can be applied in a broad range of industry sectors, enabling you to choose the career path that’s right for you
Some typical roles include:
- Business transformation manager
- Culture strategist
- People advisor
- Case manager
- Project and research manager
- Practicing psychologist (with further study)
Course overview
Students will complete 320 units, comprised of the following:
- 210 units of Core Courses
- 10 units of Psychology Directed Courses
- 60-70 unit Business Major, chosen from the Bachelor of Business program handbook
- 20-30 units of Electives
Student experience
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Career-ready placements
Career-ready placement and research opportunities can be sought with Psychology Biomedical Science and HMRI Research labs, the University of Newcastle Psychology Community Clinic and external agencies. Students will access psychology labs and equipment. They will undertake pre-professional courses each year, preparing for professional practice with guest lectures and problem-based workshops. The Bachelor of Business integrates opportunities for you to gain national and international workplace experience and professional mentoring, building practical skills and work-ready graduates.
Studying at Newcastle campus
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Scholarships
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Accommodation
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Living on the Central Coast
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Campus Life
Our campuses are welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative places for students, staff, and the community. Explore our beautiful campuses and discover what it’s like to study at the University of Newcastle.
Read more
Scholarships
Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
Read more
Accommodation
Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
Read more
Student showcase
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How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Applying as an international student
Entry requirements — Senior secondary school qualification
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.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language 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.
- IELTS overall minimum - 7.0
- IELTS section minimum - 7.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
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Students receive accreditation through APAC in recognition of their high quality education and working knowledge.
Students who go on to complete an accredited Honours and postgraduate study in Psychology will be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist.
The Newcastle Business School is accredited with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs.
The EQUIS accreditation measures our performance against rigorous international standards which validates the high quality and professional relevance of our education programs and research.
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