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Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)

Bachelor

The Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) at Charles Sturt University is a three-year program offering insights into human behaviour and wellbeing, with a focus on communication, research, and problem-solving skills.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 - 6 years full-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Intake Months

Mar, Jul, Nov

Domestic Fees

$13,456 per year

ATAR

About this course

Overview

Our Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) from Charles Sturt University is a three year study in Psychology. This course offers fascinating insights into human nature relevant to every community, career and workplace. A popular field of study focusing on human behaviour and wellbeing, psychology offers interventions and strategies to help solve people's social and behavioural problems and enhance their welfare.

During the course, you'll also develop high-level skills in communication, research design and analysis, problem-solving and critical thinking.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Entry requirements

A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with Minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors).
Successful completion of two university level subjects in any discipline area.
A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate IV or higher, studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent.
A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC) or bridging program studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University, or equivalent.
Partial completion of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma, of at least 50% from a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent.

Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Key Learning Areas

Cognition
Developmental and Social Psychology
Psychological Testing
Biopsychology
Psychopathology
Personality
Learning Theory
Research Methodology

Career pathways

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:

Case worker / case manager
Counsellor
First step in becoming a registered psychologist
Human resources manager
Pathway to the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Social research analyst

Course structure

Essential set (112 pts)CoreCodeSubjectCredit PointsPSY101Foundations of Psychology 18 credit ptsPSY102Foundations of Psychology 28 credit ptsPSY114First Nations Australians and Psychology: An Introduction8 credit ptsPSY115An Introduction to Research, Ethics and Reasoning8 credit ptsPSY201Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology8 credit ptsPSY204Psychological Testing8 credit ptsPSY208Biopsychology8 credit ptsPSY221Developmental and Social Psychology8 credit ptsPSY301Advanced Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology8 credit ptsPSY304Psychopathology8 credit ptsPSY305Psychology of Personality8 credit ptsPSY309Qualitative Research Methods8 credit ptsPSY310Learning and Cognition8 credit ptsSOC101Understanding the Social World8 credit ptsElective Set

Students may choose electives from a variety of disciplines or focus on a minor. Options include:

Biology
English
History and Politics
Human Resource Management
Information Technology
Justice Studies
Law
Management
Marketing
Mathematics and Statistics
Philosophy
Social Welfare
Sociology

Specific psychology electives include:

PSY211 Psychology of Crime
PSY214 Health Psychology
PSY218 Psychology of Addiction
PSY219 Psychology International Experience
PSY313 Psychology and the Legal System
PSY316 Psychology of Stress and Trauma
PSY320 Balgargal: Indigenous Cultural Immersion Experience

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

Apply via UAC
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Apply directly to Charles Sturt

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at Charles Sturt University.

89.2%

Overall satisfaction

86.5%

Skill scale

70.3%

Teaching scale

73.1%

Employed full-time

$75k

Average salary

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