Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:

1. Understand and apply the core topics of psychology with depth of understanding of underlying principles, theories and concepts in the discipline, using a scientific approach, including: the history and philosophy underpinning the science of psychology and the social, cultural, historical and professional influences on the practice of psychology, individual differences in capacity, behaviour and personality, psychological health and well-being, psychological disorders and evidence-based interventions, learning and memory, cognition, language and perception, motivation and emotion, neuroscience and the biological bases of behaviour lifespan developmental psychology, social psychology, culturally appropriate psychological assessment and measurement, research methods and statistics.
2. Critically evaluate theory and research in psychology and communicate this information in appropriate written and oral format.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate values and ethics in psychology.
4. Apply the knowledge and skills of psychology in a manner that is reflexive, culturally appropriate and sensitive to the diversity of individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
5. Demonstrate a capacity for independent learning to sustain personal and professional development in the changing world of the science and practice of psychology.
6. Demonstrate the ability to communicate and work effectively as part of a team.

Our Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) from Charles Sturt University is a three year study in Psychology. This course 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 people's social and behavioural problems and enhance their welfare. During the course, you'll also develop high-level skills in communication, research design and analysis, problem-solving and critical thinking. This course can also be studied on campus at our Bathurst and Port Macquarie campuses.

Recommended study pattern

On campus

Year 1

Session 1

PSY101 Foundations of Psychology 1

PSY115 An Introduction to Research, Ethics and Reasoning

SOC101 Understanding the Social World

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY102 Foundations of Psychology 2

PSY114 Indigenous Australians and Psychology: An Introduction#

Minor or Elective

Minor or Elective

Year 2

Session 1

PSY201 Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology

PSY221 Developmental and Social Psychology

Minor or Elective

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY204 Psychological Testing

PSY208 Biopsychology

Minor or Elective

Minor or Elective

Year 3

Session 1

PSY301 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology

PSY305 Psychology of Personality

Minor or Elective

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY304 Psychopathology

PSY309 Qualitative Research Methods

PSY310 Learning and Cognition

Minor or Elective

Online

Year 1

Session 1

PSY101 Foundations of Psychology 1

PSY115 An Introduction to Research, Ethics and Reasoning

Session 2

PSY102 Foundations of Psychology 2

SOC101 Understanding the Social World

Year 2

Session 1

PSY201 Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY114 Indigenous Australians and Psychology: An Introduction

Minor or Elective

Year 3

Session 1

PSY221 Developmental and Social Psychology

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY204 Psychological Testing

Minor or Elective

Year 4

Session 1

Minor or Elective

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY208 Biopsychology

Minor or Elective

Year 5

Session 1

PSY301 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY309 Qualitative Research Methods

PSY304 Psychopathology

Year 6

Session 1

PSY305 Psychology of Personality

Minor or Elective

Session 2

PSY310 Learning and Cognition

Minor or Elective

Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.

Indicative total fee $27,936

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Successful completion of two university level subjects in any discipline area.

A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with Minimum ATAR 65 required (including adjustment factors).

• A completed Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificate IV or higher, studied at a TAFE or Registered Training Organisation (RTO), or equivalent; OR
• A completed Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC) or bridging program studied at a TAFE, Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or University, or equivalent; OR
• 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 of prior learning (RPL) and credit for current competencies will be granted to eligible applicants.