Course summary
The Honours degree in psychology is a separate fourth year of study which may be undertaken following successful completion of an undergraduate degree. Upon completion of a three-year Bachelor of Psychological Science degree, eligible students may undertake a fourth year of study by enrolling in the Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours. Completion of this fourth year of study is the minimal educational qualification for conditional registration as a psychologist in NSW.
Interested applicants need to contact the School directly to discuss their eligibility and to find a suitable honours supervisor for their proposed honours topic prior to lodging their application. Apply directly to the University.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Investigate, critically analyse, synthesise, and interpret complex knowledge about human behaviour and mental processes Use reasoning and evidence to recognise, develop, defend, and criticise arguments and persuasive appeals |
| Creativity | Develop innovative and creative responses to challenges in research and professional practices of psychology, and to problems in everyday life and in society |
| Ethical practice | Demonstrate respect, integrity, responsibility, and adaptability in professional and research practice |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate an understanding of principles and methods of inquiry applicable to the science and practice of psychology |
| Lifelong learning | Demonstrate autonomy, reflection, and a high level of information literacy skills for lifelong learning in research and professional practice |
| Communication and social skills | Communicate concisely and appropriately in an oral and written form in an academic and professional context |
| Cultural competence | Apply scholarly and professional practices that are informed by cultural awareness and cultural competence, global perspectives, inclusivity, and respect for the rights of all persons |
Completion of the Bachelor of Psychological Science degree plus completion of the Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours, meets the requirements for conditional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Both of these degrees are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
Course overview
Course code
3507245
Course abbreviation
BPsycSc(Hons)
Credit points
96
Equivalent units
8
Domestic duration
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
International duration
1 year full-time
Availability details
Domestic
| Location | Session | UAC code | QTAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffs Harbour | 1 | N/A | N/A |
Domestic fees
International
| Location | Session | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffs Harbour | 1 | $22,400 ($2,800 per unit) | 071465A |
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
Rules concerning Bachelors Degrees with Honours (where Honours is taken as a separate year) can be found under Rule 5 in the University’s Rules Relating to Awards.
The Honours course comprises the equivalent of 8 units of study.
Schedule of units
Course progressions
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact the School of Health and Human Sciences for this course progression. |