Bachelor of Psychological Science / Bachelor of Business

Develop business strategy backed by psychology

Use science to understand people. This combined program prepares you to work in a broad range of industries where you can positively impact the way businesses operate and the lives of others.

Together, these skills form a dynamic foundation which can be implemented to improve business practices, better understand corporate culture, and inform strategic direction.

The combined Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Business investigates broad business skills that incorporate understanding of ethical, economic, regulatory and global perspectives, complemented with a deep understanding of psychological processes and principles.

Course overview

Students will complete 320 units, comprised of the following:

• 210 units of Core Courses
• 10 units of Psychology Directed Courses
• 60-70 unit Business Major, chosen from the Bachelor of Business program handbook
• 20-30 units of Electives

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.

The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.

For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:

• Domestic Applicants
• International Applicants

Overall minimum: 7

Sub test minimum: 7

This combined program can be applied in a broad range of industry sectors, enabling you to choose the career path that’s right for you

Some typical roles include:

A registered psychologist role (including clinical psychologist) requires additional study (an Honours plus relevant Masters degree).