Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Deakin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00113B
Join one of the strongest growth areas within the health sector^ and study the mind and its processes, behaviour and mental states with Deakins Bachelor of Psychology (Honours). An honours year is included in this four-year degree, distinguishing it from our other psychology courses. Honours includes practical training preparing you for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and sets you on the pathway to general registration. Deakin is the only Victorian university where you can study specialist psychology majors during your undergraduate degree, allowing you to learn what you are passionate about sooner. Core employability-orientated units and the option of undertaking 140 hours hours of professional placements provide valuable industry experience and strengthen your employment prospects. In your honours year, you will complete an individual research project and learn advanced studies in counselling, psychological assessment, ethics and research methods.
Structure
The 32 credit points include at least 21 psychology (i.e., HPS) credit points (these are compulsory), 3 psychology elective units (you can choose which psychology units to study) and 8 elective units (you can choose which ones to study). Following successful completion of the first 3 levels of the course (i.e., at the completion of 24 credit points), students will be considered for progression to the level-4 honours year of the course.
Subjects
- Academic Integrity Module
Standard entry requirements
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English EAL (English as an additional language) or at least 25 in English other than EAL or equivalent.Selection is competitive, meeting these minimum requirements or their equivalents does not guarantee selection into this course. All applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. Please refer to this course entry on the Deakin University website to read about ways of satisfying the English language proficiency requirement. Refer to the Deakin University website for more detailed information about additional course requirements for all applicant groups, or equivalent minimum requirements for applicants with a higher education study, VET study or work and life experience.
Recognition
All of the psychology courses offered at Deakin meet the requirements of the PBA and the Australian Psychological Society (APS), translating into excellent job and career opportunities for our graduates. Deakin's Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Study pathways
This course provides a pathway to higher degree by research courses and other postgraduate coursework programs, including PhD
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud(online) |
| No |
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| Geelong Waurn Ponds |
| No |
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| Melbourne Burwood |
| No |
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Further information
For other information please contact Health enquiries at health-enquire@deakin.edu.au
