Bachelor of Psychological Science
Program code
1012
Available at
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
Duration
3 years full-time
Credit points
240
Indicative fee
$33,500.00* per year (more)
* 2024 indicative annual fee
About this program
In this degree, you'll learn how to apply psychological theories to topics such as thinking and perceiving, motivation, stress, health and group behaviour.
You'll develop interpersonal and communication skills and learn about the principles of counselling and core areas of psychology. You'll learn how to evaluate and understand tests that measure intellectual, behavioural and emotional states. You'll also learn how to help people with personal, health, vocational and social difficulties.
As an International student, you will receive dedicated support from your arrival in Australia through to your departure after graduation. You will be introduced to Griffith through an orientation program, and receive ongoing social, personal and academic support throughout your degree.
Honours is available through an additional year of study.
| Code | Program title | Campus | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1012 | Bachelor of Psychological Science (this program) | Gold Coast, Mt Gravatt | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 2004 | Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) | Gold Coast, Mt Gravatt | Trimester 1 only |
Progression is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.
Attendance information
If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
The Bachelor of Psychological Science is offered full-time via blended mode at the Gold Coast and Mount Gravatt campuses. You would generally expect to commit 100 - 150 hours per trimester to study for each course you are enrolled in. This would involve attending scheduled (i.e. set timetabled) online lectures and on-campus small group active learning classes, as well as engaging in asynchronous (non-timetabled) online learning modules and independent study and assessment completion. Scheduled classes may be set during the day and evening throughout the week.
My career opportunities
As a Bachelor of Psychological Science graduate, you¿ll be prepared for a career in counselling, guidance, health management, social research, human services, social welfare and other related fields including health and organisational workplaces.
Psychological science graduates are employed in a wide range of occupations and industries including community services, corrections, business (as performance and workforce managers), marketing, the police service and defence forces, and health research and policy.
To practice as a psychologist in Australia, you must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. To be eligible for registration, you must complete an accredited fourth year in psychology - at Griffith, the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) - as well as further postgraduate study in psychology.
As a graduate, you may also be eligible for entry into postgraduate degrees in areas such as social work, speech pathology, education, rehabilitation counselling, forensic mental health, criminology and criminal justice.
Program accreditation
The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Professional recognition
As a Bachelor of Psychological Science graduate, you will be eligible for Affiliate Membership of the Australian Psychological Society. Further study is required to qualify for provisional registration as a Psychologist.
Pathways to further study
A range of study pathways is available to students who meet the specified requirements for admission. These include a one year Honours program in Psychology as well as postgraduate programs in Health, Business, Education and allied fields.
International students
An International student is one who is not:
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen or
- a Pacific Engagement visa holder or
- a person who has Australian permanent resident status.
Indicative annual tuition fee
The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points (two full-time trimesters).
The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Tuition fees
- An International student pays tuition fees.
- Students are liable for tuition fees for the courses they are enrolled in as at the census date.
- The tuition fee for students who commence their program prior to 2014 is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student commenced the program.
- The tuition fee for students who commence their program from 2014 onwards is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student is enrolled.
Program fees for the Bachelor of Psychological Science (1012)
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Changing programs
If an International student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled.
Permanent resident status
If an undergraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will be provided with a domestic fee-paying place.
The student may then apply for a Commonwealth supported place at the next admission period provided that the student satisfies the conditions for transfer from a domestic fee-paying place to a Commonwealth supported place as set out in the Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy.
If a postgraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth supported place (subject to availability) or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.
If a research student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.
Further information
- Fees and Charges Procedure
- 3.6 - Fees for International Students
- 3.9 - Administrative and Miscellaneous Charges
- Cost of studying in Australia