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Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/ Bachelor of Science in Psychology - SCSC03

Course Code:	SCSC03
Course Version:	2
Location:	UC - Canberra, Bruce
Faculty:	Faculty of Health
Discipline(s):	Discipline of Psychology Canberra School of Politics, Economics and Society
UAC Code:	361497
CRICOS Code:	099015G
Selection Rank:	65
English Language Requirements:	Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0

Open an insightful and intellectually stimulating world of professional possibilities

If you’re a deep thinker with your finger on the political pulse and interested in pursuing a career of exploration and change, then this is the course for you. UC’s Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor of Science in Psychology double degree combines the intriguing world of politics and international affairs with the clinical psychological insights to human behaviour of a psychology degree.

You’ll develop the knowledge and skills to become a globally engaged and strategic thinker while discovering the scientific psychology theories, research methods and clinical grounding that could help you become a clinical psychologist.

Your psychology studies will be accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and give you a solid grounding in topics like cognition, psychopathology and biological behaviour, and the tools to instigate practical solutions to problems within various social and economic contexts – skills that could also come in handy should you choose to pursue a career in politics and international relations.

Combine a Bachelor of Politics and International Relations and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at UC and you will:

gain knowledge of the principles, concepts and issues that are shaping the world, including the challenges of modern terrorism and contemporary regional politics in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond
be able to apply an in-depth understanding of the historical and current systems of Australian politics and public policy, provide policy advice and develop new policies
learn to recognise the relationships between political values, political power and public policy and the impact each of these has within the Australian context
develop high level theoretical and empirical analysis skills and the ability to interpret world events and issues
acquire an understanding of the scientific basis of the discipline of psychology and understand the research methods used by psychologists
gain an ability to apply research methods to design and conduct studies, analyse and interpret results and write research reports using APAC conventions
understand the application of values, research and professional ethics in psychological research and in other professional contexts.

Career opportunities

The world is your oyster! Diplomat, policy adviser, intelligence analyst, psychologist or even politician… your career options (and the potential to earn a healthy salary and travel) will be endless with UC’s Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor of Laws degree. Graduates will have the accredited skills and qualifications required to explore careers in:

diplomacy
including strategic analysis, trade relations and foreign affairs
intelligence, including security analysis
international business and aid
the public sector, including policy development
politics
the not-for-profit sector
clinical psychology
counselling
private practice
media, communications, public affairs and public relations
domestic or international business, including consultancy
management
education and research.

Enquiries

Prospective Domestic Students: Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
Prospective International Students: Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
Current and Commencing Students: In person Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au

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

Additional Admission Requirements

For Work Integrated Learning (WIL) in Psychology, students may require a Working with Vulnerable People card.

Assumed Knowledge

None.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

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Year	Location	Domestic	International
2021	UC - Canberra, Bruce	Semester 1 Semester 2	Semester 1 Semester 2
2022	UC - Canberra, Bruce	Semester 1 Semester 2	Semester 1 Semester 2
2023	UC - Canberra, Bruce	Semester 1 Semester 2	Semester 1 Semester 2

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Course Requirements

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Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/ Bachelor of Science in Psychology (96 credit points)
Required - 96 credit points as follows
- Psychology - 48 credit points as follows
  - CM0025 Core Major in Psychology (24 credit points)
    - Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows
  - SM0068 Specialist Major in Psychological Science (24 credit points)
    - Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows
- Politics and International Relations - 48 credit points as follows
  - CM0008 Core Major in Government and Policy (24 credit points)
    - Required - Must pass 18 credit points as follows
    - Restricted Choice - Must pass 6 credit points from the following
      - Note:
        
        Credit Points: Students who want to do more than 6 credit points from this list may count them towards Open Electives.
        
        International Exchange: Students may also choose to undertake units at an international institution, subject to approval by the Program Director.
  - SM0030 Specialist Major in Politics and International Relations (24 credit points)
    - Required - Must pass 18 credit points as follows
    - Restricted Choice - Must pass 6 credit points from the following
- Note:
  - Students in this course do not need to complete unit 11012 Professional Orientation (Government & Policy) and will take an Open Elective unit instead.

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.

Information for Current Students

There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.

Version2 - Start Date: 01/01/2020 End Date: Current Version
Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2019 End Date: 31/12/2019

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 Politics and International Relations	B Politics&IntlRel

Alternate Exit Awards

Bachelor of Politics and International Relations

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Diploma of Health Studies

Associate Degree of Health Studies

Typical Study Pattern

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UC - Canberra, Bruce
- Standard Full Time, Semester 1 Commencing
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  - Year 1
    - Semester 1
    - Semester 2
  - Year 2
    - Semester 1
    - Semester 2
  - Year 3
    - Semester 1
      - Learning and Cognition (10447) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - National Security (11242) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Psychopathology (7128) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Open Elective unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Motivation and Emotion (7124) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Personality and Individual Differences (7122) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Political Leadership (11241) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Core Major in Government & Policy Restricted Choice unit- 3 cp
  - Year 4
    - Semester 1
      - Industry and Community Engagement (Health) (10120) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Survey Research and Design in Psychology (7126) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Core Major in Government & Policy Restricted Choice unit- 3 cp
      - National Security Stream OR International Politics Stream unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Professional Evidence (Government and Policy) (11237) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Professional Evidence (Psychology) (10446) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Social Psychology (7125) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - National Security Stream OR International Politics Stream unit- 3 cp
- Standard Full Time, Semester 2 Commencing
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  - Year 1
    - Semester 2
  - Year 2
    - Semester 1
    - Semester 2
  - Year 3
    - Semester 1
    - Semester 2
  - Year 4
    - Semester 1
      - Industry and Community Engagement (Health) (10120) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Political and Social Theory (11243) - 3 cp, Level 2
      - Psychopathology (7128) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Core Major in Government & Policy Restricted Choice unit- 3 cp
    - Semester 2
      - Political Leadership (11241) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Professional Evidence (Psychology) (10446) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Core Major in Government & Policy Restricted Choice unit- 3 cp
      - National Security Stream OR International Politics Stream unit- 3 cp
  - Year 5
    - Semester 1
      - Professional Evidence (Government and Policy) (11237) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - Survey Research and Design in Psychology (7126) - 3 cp, Level 3
      - National Security Stream OR International Politics Stream 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.
Intensive:	The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face in concentrated time blocks.
Placement:	The unit involves an internship, practicum or other work place experience program. Some on-campus, face to face activity may also be required.
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

Information for Fee Paying Students

Year	Domestic	International
2021	CSP	$32,300

The fees detailed above are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.

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

Past Offerings
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal

Enrolment Numbers

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