Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
Charles Sturt University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00005F
The Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) from Charles Sturt University offers fascinating insights into human nature relevant to every community, career and workplace. A popular field of study focusing on human behaviour and wellbeing, psychology offers interventions and strategies to help solve peoples social and behavioural problems and enhance their welfare. During the course, youll also develop high-level skills in communication, research design and analysis, problem-solving and critical thinking.
Structure
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.
Subjects
- Psychology
Standard entry requirements
- A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of 65 (including adjustment factors).
- Successful completion of two university level subjects in any discipline area.
- A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate IV or higher, studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent.
- A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC) or bridging program studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University, or equivalent.
- Partial completion of a Vocational Education and Training (VET) Diploma, of at least 50% from a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent.
Recognition
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council
Study pathways
Charles Sturt University frequently recognises prior learning including study at other institutions in many of its degrees. Each request for credit is individually assessed prior to the commencement of the course. Honours year is available.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Online | International: $27,840 | No |
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| Port Macquarie | International: $28,800 | No |
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Further information
To practise as a psychologist, graduates must be registered with the relevant State/Territory psychologist registration board. The minimum training requirement for registration is a 4 year tertiary qualification in psychology, followed by 2 years of full-time supervised experience or equivalent post graduate qualifications (mandatory in NT).
