Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)
University of Adelaide, The
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00123M
Our Honours Degree of Bachelor of Psychological Science offers the necessary foundation for postgraduate research and registration as a psychologist. It is available to students who have completed an undergraduate degree with a major in psychology, a three year psychology degree from an accredited institution, or our Bachelor of Psychological Science.
Structure
- Honours Psychology is normally taken as a full-time program over one year. To complete the program candidates are required to: undertake an assessment in the compulsory topic "Current Issues in Psychology"
- undertake an assessment in the compulsory topic "Research Methods and Statistics"
- undertake assessment in two elective coursework topics
- attend the compulsory Honours Research Seminar series submit a research proposal for independent evaluation
- present for examination a thesis that reports a research project carried out under supervision
Subjects
- Research Methodology & Statistics
- Current Issues in Psychology
- Human Behaviour and Criminal Justice
- Advanced Psychology in Society
- Organisational Psychology
- Mind, Brain and Behaviour
- Honours Thesis in Psychology Part 1
- Honours Thesis in Psychology Part 2
Standard entry requirements
Recent Secondary EducationApplicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the last two years, however if you completed your secondary education more than two years ago, you may still be able to be considered on the basis of your secondary schooling. You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Selection Rank (ATAR plus any applicable adjustment factors). Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.Higher Education StudyYou must have completed at least six months full time equivalent higher education study (the number of courses and units will vary depending on your prior institution however at the University of Adelaide, this equates to 4 courses / 12 units). A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| North Terrace | International: $43,000 | No |
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