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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology - ARSC01

Course Code:	ARSC01
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

A UC Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology degree opens many doors in a range of sectors in both the public and private health care systems, including:

clinical psychology
policy and research
youth work
consumer research
advertising and marketing
human resources
industrial relations
program co-ordination and welfare.

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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

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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology (96 credit points)
Required - 69 credit points as follows
- Arts - 24 credit points as follows
  - CM0001 Core Major in Arts (24 credit points)
    - Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows
- Psychology - 45 credit points as follows
  - MJ0102 Major in Psychological Science (24 credit points)
    - Required - Must pass 21 credit points as follows
    - Restricted Choice - Must pass 3 credit points from the following
    - Note:
      - From Semester 1 2019 11399 Understanding People and Behaviour replaces 4309 Psychology 101. Students who have passed 4309 do not need to complete the new unit.
  - Required Units - Must pass 21 credit points as follows
  - Note:
    - All of the above listed units are required for accreditation by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) and approval by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Restricted Choice - Must select 1 of the following
Open Electives - 3 credit points as follows
- Must pass 3 credit points from anywhere in the University.

If your course contains an open elective component of 12 credit points or more you may like to complete a breadth major or minor. For a list of breadth majors and minors follow this link. Other majors may also be available so seek course advice if you want more information.

In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you may need to meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course

Awards

Award(s)	Official Abbreviation
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

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UC - Canberra, Bruce
- Standard Full Time, Semester 2 Commencing
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  - Year 1
    - Semester 2
  - Year 2
    - Semester 1
      - Big Stories: Culture, Memory and Power (11108) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Reading Culture, Curating Culture (11110) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Understanding People and Behaviour (11399) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Arts Specialist Major Unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Psychology 102 (4310) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - The Grand Experiment (11111) - 3 cp, Level 1
      - Two Arts Specialist Major Units- 6 cp
  - Year 3
    - Semester 1
      - Developmental Psychology (7121) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Experimental Psychology (7118) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Two Arts Specialist Major Units- 6 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Learning (7127) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Personality and Individual Differences (7122) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Social Psychology (7125) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Arts Specialist Major Unit- 3 cp
  - Year 4
    - Semester 1
      - Cognitive Psychology (7123) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Psychopathology (7128) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Survey Research and Design in Psychology (7126) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Arts Specialist Major Unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
  - Year 5
    - Semester 1
      - Industry and Community Engagement (Health) (10120) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning (11018) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Arts Specialist Major Unit- 3 cp
      - Open Elective Unit- 3 cp

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.

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)

Alternative exit award Diploma of Health Studies: Students may exit early from the Bachelor of Science in Psychology if they have passed 24 credit points that meet the following requirements: a. At least 12 credit points must be at Level 1/B; b. At least 12 credit points must have been completed at University of Canberra; and c. At least 12 credit points must be from units in any of the health disciplines. Alternative exit award Associate Degree of Health Studies: Students may exit early from the Bachelor of Science in Psychology if they have passed 48 credit points that meet the following requirements: a. At least 12 credit points must be at Level 1/B and 12 credit points at Level 2/I; b. At least 24 credit points must have been completed at University of Canberra; and c. At least 24 credit points must be from units in any of the health disciplines.

Offerings

Past Offerings
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal

Enrolment Numbers

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