Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology

Students will deepen their knowledge of psychological assessment, evidence-based interventions, professional issues, and ethics as well as practice competencies such as interviewing, report writing, supervision and case preparation. Under expert supervision, students gain experience conducting a substantive research project, from the initial stages of formulating research questions and hypotheses to data collection, analysis and reporting findings.

To be eligible for admission to the Honours programs applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree within the last five years, including:

• An accredited three-year sequence in Psychology
• A distinction average or higher in Psychology and strong performance across the Bachelors program.

Career opportunities

Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public sectors. Careers available to graduates include psychologist (with further study), human resources or marketing officer/analyst, manager, researcher, data analyst, training and development, health and community program manager, report writer, research assistant, personnel services, organisational behaviour, industrial relations, life coach, brand manager, educational officer.

Opportunities and experiences

You can apply directly to the University and there is no application fee.

To apply, please complete the online application form and submit it with all supporting documents.

If you prefer, you can download a print version of the international application form. The application form also contains questions relating to Genuine Temporary Entrant assessment. For more information, please download the International Program Guide.

• What you'll need to apply

  • Certified copies of your academic basis for entry
  • Certified copies of proof of English language proficiency
  • Certified copy of your proof of citizenship/residency
  • Certified copies of existing Australian visa and/or OSHC (if applicable)
  • Evidence of your ability to pay tuition fees and living expenses while in Australia

• Admissions process

  Our admissions process comprises four easy steps:

  1. Apply – direct or via an education agent
  2. Receive your offer – successful applicants receive an offer via email
  3. Accept - your offer and make fee payment
  4. Enrol – receive your eCoE and apply for your student visa (if applicable), and enrol at Notre Dame