Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Online)
Swinburne University of Technology
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00111D
Studying psychology provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand and explain human behaviour and relationships. The Bachelor of Psychological Sciences provides specialised study in developmental psychology, cognition, social psychology, personality, design and measurement, psychological measurement and abnormal psychology. Students complete a variety of research projects and develop skills in project management, research design and report writing. The three-year undergraduate major in psychology is professionally accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Graduates of this degree are eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - Graduate Entry.
Structure
- 300 credit points comprising: 5 core units (62.5 credit points)
- 8 Psychology discipline major units of study (100 credit points)
- 11 units of study (137.5 credit points) comprising a second major, co-major, advanced minor, minor/s and/or electives.
Subjects
- Psychological sciences
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in English (or equivalent) or 30 in English (EAL). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply. English language requirements - satisfactory completion of one of the following: Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65%
- Minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT (internet-based) minimum score of 79 with a reading band no less than 18 and writing band no less than 20
- Pearson (PTE) minimum score of 58 (no communicative skills less than 50)
- Any other equivalent assessment of English language proficiency.
Recognition
The Psychology major at Swinburne incorporates the Psychology sequence accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Study pathways
Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides advanced standing to the second. Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swinburne Online |
Domestic: $19,698 International: $97,800 |
No information available | Yes | No information available |
