Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology - ARSC01
Course Code: | ARSC01 |
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Course Version: | 1 |
Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
Faculty: | Faculty of Health |
Discipline(s): | Discipline of Psychology School of Arts and Communications |
UAC Code: | 362184 |
CRICOS Code: | 098995G |
English Language Requirements: | There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall academic IELTS or equivalent of 6.0, and a score of not less than 7.0 in both reading and writing. For alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements for this course please view the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website. |
Fuse creative arts and psychology to explore new horizons
Combine the creativity of a versatile and professionally-oriented arts degree with the clinical psychological insights of a psychology degree and use that knowledge to explore new career possibilities.
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology double degree will help you develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become an innovative and globally engaged creative thinker – with a clear and critical understanding of scientific psychology theories and research methods – while also establishing a solid foundation for those considering becoming a professional psychologist.
If you’re a creative thinker committed to pursuing a career as an engaging, thought provoking catalyst for change, then make sure you register for this course today.
Combine a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology at UC and you will:
- explore creative ideas and ideologies designed to stimulate discussion and influence change
- increase your knowledge of the scientific basis and core topics in the discipline of psychology, including in the areas of psychopathology, cognition and perception
- increase your knowledge of the research methods used by psychologists and learn how to apply these methods to the design and conduct of studies and analyse and interpret results and write reports
- enhance your ability to apply your knowledge in a critical way to problems related to behaviour and mental processes, and learn to distinguish scientific evidence
- increase your understanding and application of values, research and professional ethics in psychological research and other professional contexts.
Career opportunities
- clinical psychology
- policy and research
- youth work
- consumer research
- advertising and marketing
- human resources
- industrial relations
- program co-ordination and welfare.
Admission Requirements
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Assumed Knowledge
None.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Awards
Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
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Bachelor of Science in Psychology | BSc Psych |
Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) | BA (CreativeWrtg) |
Bachelor of Arts (Culture and Heritage) | BA (Cult&Herit) |
Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media) | BA (DigitalMedia) |
Bachelor of Arts (Film Production) | BA (FilmProd) |
Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies) | BA (GlobalSt) |
Alternate Exit Awards
Bachelor of Arts (Culture and Heritage) | Bachelor of Arts (Film Production) | Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media) | Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) | Bachelor of Arts (Global Studies) | Bachelor of Science in Psychology |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
The University offers a wide range of delivery options to help you balance study with other commitments. Units within this degree may be available to be studied in the following delivery modes:
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Flexible: | The unit combines online study with optional on-campus, face to face activities. |
On Campus: | The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face, supplemented with online content. Most classes are run on weekdays and during business hours. |
Online: | The unit is studied completely online. On-campus, face to face interaction is not required. |
To find out more about delivery modes that are available for units in this course please visit
Professional Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
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Course Duration
Standard 4 years full time or equivalent. Maximum 10 years.
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related Courses (Double Degrees, Nested Courses and Alternative Exits)
In order for the Diploma of Health Studies to be awarded the student must have: a) completed 24 credit points with at least 12 credit points at Level 1 b) completed a minimum of 12 credit points at UC and c) obtained a minimum of 12 credit points in any of the health disciplines. In order for the Associate Degree in Health Studies to be awarded the student must have: a) completed 48 credit points with at least 12 credit points at Level 1 and 12 credit points at Level 2 b) completed a minimum of 24 credit points at UC and c) obtained a minimum of 24 credit points in any of the health disciplines. For details of individual courses, please see the separate entries for each course on the UC website.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
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