Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

Federation University Australia

Australia, Brisbane

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Duration1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 26,873 / Year

Next IntakeJuly 20, 2026

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

About

This program achieves a balance between general professional, specific practitioner, and research related skills.

This qualification comprises extensive, specialist study in both professional psychology and psychological research. With a strong research emphasis, you will plan, implement and report on a Research Project under supervision, in addition to undertaking a number of core courses (Psychological practice, Psychological research, Integrating research and practice and Psychological assessment). As this is an Honours program, it is aimed at students who wish to engage in research and professional practice in the field of psychology.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic entry requirements

Completion of a three-year sequence in psychology and qualified for an APAC accredited undergraduate degree (or overseas equivalent as determined by the Australian Psychological Society), or

Completion of a three-year undergraduate degree that is not APAC accredited and completion of a psychology sequence in a higher level, APAC accredited psychology degree (e.g., AQF 8 Graduate Diploma).

English language requirements

Overall Academic IELTS band score of 7.0, with no band less than 6.5, or equivalent.

ATAR

Entry requirements apply to this course.

Applicable to onshore international students applying for undergraduate/bachelor degree programs only.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 92

English Program Requirements

Federation University accepts a variety of English language tests as proof of English proficiency. English proficiency assessment should be made using an external English test (Academic IELTS or equivalent) with the results determining whether the student can enter into our programs directly or via an appropriate English program.

From 1 July 2016 direct entry without an external English test will be only permitted when student meets the English exemption requirements described on the Federation English language requirements page as per the Simplified Student Visa Framework’s English requirements.

Career

The above are a few examples of the career opportunities that this program can contribute to.

On completion of this program you will be eligible to apply for positions that facilitate the supervision pathway to registration as a psychologist in Australia or for further postgraduate study in psychology such as a Masters program, that can lead to registration as a psychologist.

The program aims to maintain a balance between general and specialist fields, as well as between professional practice and research. Thus, it offers the opportunity for further specialist training, as well as developing skills for those who wish to assume various research, welfare or counselling positions.

Counsellor

Mental health clinician

Mental health case manager

Psychologist

Research assistant

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

26,873 / year

Application Fee 25

How to Apply

Entry requirements vary from program to program, but generally require completion of an Australian bachelor degree, or overseas equivalent, with specified minimum grades (or marks) in relevant subjects. A period of work experience, following graduation, may also be required for some programs. For information on the entry requirements for your chosen program, please refer to our International Program Guide or our Course Finder.

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

Federation University Australia

Australia, Brisbane

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