Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Victoria University (VU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00124K; 02475D
Understand the human mind and the science of personality with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from Victoria University (VU).Learn about human behaviour, motivation and relationships in this psychology degree. Prepare to apply for registration as a provisional psychologist and take up further career and postgraduate study options.You’ll spend the first three years of the program focusing on psychology and social research methods. This includes a work placement during your third year, in which you’ll gain practical experience in a professional setting.In the fourth (honours) year, you’ll pursue advanced studies in quantitative and qualitative social research methods, professional practice units and a research thesis.You’ll graduate with an in-depth knowledge of human emotion and behaviour to understand why we think and behave in the way we do – and why this differs from one individual to the next.
Structure
- To attain the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) students will be required to complete 384 credit points, consisting of:96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) of Core First Year studies
- 216 credit points (equivalent to 18 units) of Core Psychology studies
- 2 x 24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) of Core Thesis studies
- and24 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) of Psychology Elective studies.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. A minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70% across all core third year psychology units is required.Students who have successfully completed the first three 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.
Subjects
- Interpersonal and organisational skills
Standard entry requirements
Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.If you've completed a qualification where English was the primary language of instruction, you may be eligible for an exemption of English-language requirements.In some cases, there may be additional entry requirements.Learn more about entry requirements for international students.
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: $140,000 | No |
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