Bachelor of Psychological Sciences
Swinburne University of Technology
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00111D
Study at the university ranked #1 in Victoria for graduate salary and full-time employment in Psychology* and in the top 250 globally for Psychology^. Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, Swinburne’s Bachelor of Psychological Sciences provides a strong foundation for advanced study and a pathway towards becoming a registered psychologist. Work Integrated Learning is embedded in your degree, giving you opportunities to apply your knowledge to real-world cases and develop practical skills. You can also apply for optional placements or internships, including paid opportunities, to gain additional workplace experience. Learn from teaching staff who are world leaders in their research fields and bring current research and industry insight into the classroom. With immersive, experiential learning and class sizes that support personalised attention, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to pursue further study and future professional practice. *QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022–2024. ^Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025.
Structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences requires students to complete units of study to the value of 300 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
Subjects
- PSY10007 Brain and Behaviour
- STA10003 Foundations of Statistics
- PSY20007 Developmental Psychology
- STA20006 Analysis of Variance and Regression
- PSY20006 Cognition and Human Performance
- PSY20016 Social Psychology
Standard entry requirements
- One of the following: Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
- Orcompletion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates IV (completed), diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry if they have significant and relevant work experience and/or upon completion of the STAT test.
Recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Study pathways
Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides advanced standing to the second. Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Hawthorn | International: $126,660 | No |
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Further information
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides students with opportunities to gain invaluable skills and confidence in knowing that they have what it takes to land a job in their field by graduation. Students can also earn credit towards their degree. Choose from 6- or 12-month professional placements, professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements. Note: Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions.
