Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Arts

    Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Arts

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 22,888 / Year
    Next IntakeFebruary 1, 2027

    Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Arts

    About

    Overview

    The Bachelor of Psychological Science explores how the mind works and why people behave the way they do. Within the Bachelor of Arts students learn to gather and evaluate evidence, think critically, and apply ethical principles in decision-making. Combine these degrees and you will be well equipped to help people address issues and challenges in their lives.

    Our graduates make meaningful contributions to improving the outcomes of clients, customers, colleagues and collaborators in a diverse range of settings including, but not limited to: government departments, private sector, schools, business, and not-for-profit organisations.

    ACU strongly encourages students to be fully vaccinated. With our industry and community placement partners requiring vaccination, and with public health orders regularly changing - students can avoid interruption to their studies, placement and graduation requirements by becoming fully vaccinated.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

    To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent:


    StatePrerequisites

    New South Wales

    Assumed Knowledge: For study in Mathematics: Mathematics (Band 3) (other than Mathematics General 2)

    Assumed Knowledge: English (Standard) (Band 2) or EAL (Band 3)

    Victoria

    Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL

    Assumed Knowledge: For study in Mathematics: Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4

    International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

    Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.

    International applicants

    If you’re an international applicant you’ll need the equivalent of an Australian Year 12 Certificate.

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    You’ll also need to comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy , including the English Language Proficiency requirements.

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    If you’re an international student completing one of the following qualifications, you will need to apply for admission through your local Tertiary Admission Centre (TAC) and be assessed on your performance in these studies (i.e. your ATAR or equivalent):

    an Australian Year 12 qualification (either outside or in Australia)

    an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

    a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7

    Career

    Careers

    After completing the course our graduates have pursued careers in diverse areas such as child welfare and protection, community work, marketing and market research, health, education, human resources. Graduates who also go onto complete further studies in psychology have registered as practicing psychologist or have pursued careers in the area of psychological research.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,888 / year

    Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Arts

    Australian Catholic University

    Australian Catholic University

    Australia

    Australia, Sydney