Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Commerce

This learning helps to prepare all students for optional further postgraduate study which may lead to registration as a professional psychologist.

Therefore, the aims of ACU's Bachelor of Psychological Science are to:

facilitate the development of knowledge, conceptual understandings, and skills that are relevant in a broad array of employment contexts; and
provide an accredited 3 year sequence in psychology which enables graduates to pursue postgraduate study and training options in psychology and other related disciplines.
Our graduates will 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.

The Bachelor of Commerce provides excellent grounding in many areas of business as well as detailed knowledge and skills in your selected major – human resource management, management or marketing. Our graduates understand the ethical, social, political and economic contexts that guide decision-making. The Bachelor of Commerce will not only help you launch your business career but also prepare you for future managerial positions.

Completing a Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Commerce is excellent preparation for pursuing a career in areas such as:

Counselling
Child welfare and development
Community work
Education
Health
Human resources
Marketing and Market research
Fourth year study in psychology to pursue a career in psychology
Business management
Policy administration
Business regulation
Advertising and marketing communication

Applicants require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 7.0 (with a minimum score of 7.0 in all bands), or an equivalent acceptable test score as outlined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy (Schedule 3).