| Duration | 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time |
| Location | Online and |
| Next start term | Term 3, 2024 |
| Study mode | On Campus, Online |
| Course code | CF59 |
| First-year fee | $8,381 (Indicative) (CSP) |
If you have completed a degree in another field and wish to pursue a career in psychology the Bachelor of Science (Psychology) may be for you. The course allows you to transition into further study or gain employment in a range of fields.
Join our Psychology Webinar on Tuesday, 27 August.
You may choose a career path that requires a sound understanding of human behaviour such as:
If you would like to become registered as a psychologist, you will need to complete further study.
You are required to complete a total of 12 core psychology units and apply for and receive credit for 12 elective units, based on your prior completion of a Bachelor degree.
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Adelaide, Bundaberg, Cairns, Rockhampton, Townsville |
| Term 2, 2024 | Adelaide, Bundaberg, Cairns, Rockhampton, Townsville |
| Term 1, 2025 | Adelaide, Bundaberg, Cairns, Rockhampton, Townsville |
| Term 2, 2025 | Adelaide, Bundaberg, Cairns, Rockhampton, Townsville |
| Intake | Locations |
|---|---|
| Term 1, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 3, 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 1, 2025 | Available Online |
| Term 2, 2025 | Available Online |
| Term 3, 2025 | Available Online |
Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.
This course has no residential schools.
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2024 via our Institute Profile.
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.
This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
Check what you need to do to apply to study this course.
Prior to applying, take a look at important application dates and learn about our admission considerations, such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support. You should also check out the adjustment schemes that might be available to you and how to access them. You can also explore our offer information to learn more about what happens after you've submitted an application and how to respond to an offer to study with CQU.
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