Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours)
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The Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) from Charles Sturt University is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council as a fourth year of study in psychology. Further study and/or training will be required to pursue your career as a psychologist.
This course also provides an avenue to postgraduate studies.
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For each 8 point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.
If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
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Graduation requirements
As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 64 points.Full subject list
The course consists of 6 core subjects; 4 coursework subjects and 2 honours disseration subjects.
Core
Coursework
PSY404 Psychological Assessment
PSY421 Psychological Interventions
PSY429 Contemporary Topics in Psychology
PSY474 Counselling Skills
Honours
PSY470 Psychology Honours Dissertation 1 (16)
PSY471 Psychology Honours Dissertation 2 (16)
The course consists of 6 core subjects; 4 coursework subjects and 2 honours disseration subjects.
Core
Coursework
PSY404 Psychological Assessment
PSY421 Psychological Interventions
PSY429 Contemporary Topics in Psychology
PSY474 Counselling Skills
Honours
PSY470 Psychology Honours Dissertation 1 (16)
PSY471 Psychology Honours Dissertation 2 (16)
There are minimum Academic and English Language requirements for admission to Charles Sturt University courses. These requirements ensure that our students have the best chance for success. Minimum requirements can vary from country to country, so please take some time to review our entry requirements before starting your application. If you cannot find the requirements for your country please contact us.
Please note: in line with our admissions policy, if you intend to study in Australia on a student visa you must be at least 18 years old by the course start date.
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- Social Science
- Psychology
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Career opportunities Psychological knowledge is relevant to, and valued in, almost every industry and workplace. The Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) will allow you to pursue employment in diverse fields. Work in allied health services Provide counselling and wellbeing services through social welfare positions or, once you have become registered, go into professional practice. Explore multiple prospects Work with large and small companies or consulting firms in the areas of marketing, management and human resource management, or work in schools, community services or corrections Become a registered psychologist with further training National statistics indicate earnings for psychologists are above average and employment opportunities for psychologists are expected to grow strongly.
Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours)