Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Victoria University (VU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00124K; 02475D
In the first three years of the program students complete specialisations in psychology and social research methods and a minor in an arts specialisation such as Communication Studies, Sociology, Political Science, Asian Studies, History or Literary Studies. In the fourth (Honours) year, students complete advanced studies in quantitative and qualitative social research methods, professional practice units (psychological assessment and ethics) and a research thesis. In order to advance to the fourth (Honours) year, students must meet the stringent academic admission criteria that are required for Honours programs in Psychology. Students who have successfully completed the first three years of study but have not met the academic entry requirements for the Honours year will be eligible to apply to graduate with a Bachelor of Psychological Studies degree.
Structure
- 30 units (384 credit points). In the first 3 years of study students must complete 24 units of study (288 credit points). In order to be eligible to advance to the fourth (Honours) year of the course, students must achieve the stringent academic admission criteria that are required for Honours programs in Psychology. Academic admission standards are based on the average grade across all core second and third year psychology units. Students who have successfully completed the first 3 years of study but have not met the academic admission requirements for the Honours year will be eligible to apply to graduate with a Bachelor of Psychological Studies (ABPA) degree. In the fourth (Honours) year of study students must complete an additional six units of study (96 credit points). 21 core units
- 3 psychology electives
- 6 electives.
Subjects
- Interpersonal and organisational skills
Standard entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English. OR Completion of an Australian Diploma or Advanced Diploma (or equivalent). PLUS IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).
Recognition
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). The 3 year sequence in psychology within the Bachelor of Psychological Studies and the fourth year of study in psychology within the Bachelor of Psychological Studies (Honours) received the grade of full accreditation on the basis that it meets all of the APAC accreditation Standards.
Study pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) are eligible to apply for provisional registration as a psychologist. They may also apply for further training at the Masters and Doctoral level to become fully registered psychologists. Others may pursue research training via Masters or PhD programs.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Footscray Park | International: $16,700 | No |
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