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Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours)

  • Bachelor (Honours)

The Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) is accredited as a fourth year of study in psychology, providing pathways to postgraduate studies and further training for a career as a psychologist.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
1 - 2 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar
Domestic Fees
$9,536 per year

About this course

Overview

The Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) from Charles Sturt University is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council as a fourth year of study in psychology. Further study and/or training will be required to pursue your career as a psychologist.

This psychology degree also provides an avenue to postgraduate studies.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Please note: This course is only available for Charles Sturt alumni.

  • Completion of Charles Sturt University's Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) within the previous five years with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher in core level 2 & 3 psychology subjects of the accredited sequence OR
  • Completion of Charles Sturt University's Graduate Diploma of Psychology within the previous five years with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher OR
  • Completion of four coursework subjects (except for PSY437) in Charles Sturt's Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology within the previous 12 months, with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 or higher.

NOTE: Students who have completed Charles Sturt's Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology are not eligible to apply for admission into the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours). A fail grade in a level 4 psychology subject will automatically preclude a student from being admitted to the program.

Study locations

Online

What you will learn

What you will study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Intensive school

You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.

Career pathways

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of careers, including:
  • Case worker / case manager
  • Counsellor
  • Human resources manager
  • Next step in becoming a registered psychologist
  • Social research analyst

Course structure

Essential set (64 pts)Core subjects

64 Credit Points

Coursework

32 Credit Points

CodeSubjectCredit PointsPSY404Psychological Assessment8 credit ptsPSY421Psychological Interventions8 credit ptsPSY429Contemporary Topics in Psychology8 credit ptsPSY474Counselling Skills8 credit ptsDissertation

32 Credit Points

CodeSubjectCredit PointsPSY472Psychology Research Thesis 116 credit ptsPSY473Psychology Research Thesis 216 credit pts

Credit for prior study or work

If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.
  • Apply via UAC
  • Apply via VTAC
  • Apply directly to Charles Sturt

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at Charles Sturt University.
90.6%
Overall satisfaction
85.9%
Skill scale
77.4%
Teaching scale
88%
Employed full-time
$98k
Average salary