Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

University of Wollongong

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00102E

Psychologists help us to understand who we are and how we think, feel, act and change through scientific study of the human mind and its functions, and how they influence behaviour. Psychological research seeks to identify mechanisms that explain behaviour in various contexts. Clinical psychologists work directly with clients to help them improve their wellbeing and psychological health using evidence-based psychological treatments. Their clients include children, adults, couples, families and organisations, and they can work in a wide range of settings, from private practices to the hospital system.

Structure

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) requires the successful completion of 192 credit points as specified below.No more than 60 credit points in total may be taken at 100-level.Continuation in the course requires an average result of at least 75% at the end of 100-level, a cumulative average of at least 75% for 100 and 200-level subjects at the end of 200-level, and a cumulative average of at least 75% for 200 and 300-level subjects at the end of 300-level in the psychology subjects approved for the degree.Students who do not maintain this level of academic achievement will be required to transfer to the Bachelor of Psychological Science.

Subjects

  • Psychology

Standard entry requirements

Applicants need to have achieved the required score in a qualification equivalent to the completion of 13 years of schooling in Australia.

Recognition

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and is required to apply for provisional registration as a psychologist in Australia. An additional two years of supervised practice is necessary to move from provisional to general registration as a professional psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. This can be through two years of supervised practice in the community, a fifth year at university plus one year of supervised practice in the community or through an accredited Masters or professional doctoral degree.

Study pathways

If applicants can demonstrate they have met the learning outcomes for UOW subjects through prior learning, such as previous tertiary or TAFE qualifications, they may be eligible for credit towards their degree. Where relevant to the UOW degree, specified credit may be given for specific subject(s); where not relevant to the degree, unspecified credit may be awarded.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Wollongong International: $136,320
  • ATAR: 89
Yes
  • Full-time : 4 years

Further information

In this degree psychology is the single focus. The UOW Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) or the Bachelor of Psychological Science both allow students to combine the study of psychology with subjects from other study areas.

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