Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

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Duration

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Location

Online

Next start term

Term 1, 2026

Study mode

Online

Course code

CC42

First-year fee

$8,726 (2025 Indicative) (CSP)

Applications for this course for Term 1, 2026 open 1 October and close 31 October 2025.

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Overview

Study the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) to become eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist in Australia.

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The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is designed for graduates who wish to complete an accredited fourth year in psychology to become eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist within Australia. Eligibility for entry to this course requires successful completion of an accredited three-year course in psychology within the past 10 years, which includes foundational competencies (as specified by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)) and successful completion of year 3 advanced research methods and statistics.

In the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), you will successfully complete 48 units of credit to satisfy the requirements of the award. You will be introduced to applied and professional uses of psychology as well as professional ethics and an appreciation of the social and cultural contexts of psychological research and professional practice. You will also undertake advanced research training and have the opportunity to conduct your own original piece of research that may lead to publication in a professional journal. Successful completion of this course will fulfil the pre-professional competencies and standards of a Psychology Honours degree as specified by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).

Study Experience

Discover more about your psychology honours degree, offering flexible study options and seamless pathways to your career as a Registered Psychologist. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

Authentic Learning Experiences
Experienced Teaching Team
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Flexible Online Study
Residential Schools
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Career Opportunities

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) qualifies you to apply for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and allows you to work across a wide and diverse range of areas including:

child safety officer
clinical work
counselling
neuropsychology
child development
education
forensic
health
organisational and sports psychology
school guidance officer
teaching and research.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

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Your Course

You must complete six units (48 credits):

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The core structure (6 units)

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Course Planner

To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and the term you will study each unit, check out our course planners.

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Additional Information

Professional Recognition

Professional Practice - Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Core

The CQUniversity Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and as such, successful completion of this course will mean that you are eligible to apply for provisional registration as a psychologist. Provisionally registered psychologists are required to undertake a relevant postgraduate course, such as the CQUniversity Master of Professional Psychology or Master of Clinical Psychology to be eligible for professional accreditation as a registered psychologist. As a registered psychologist the opportunity exists to gain employment in a wide range of fields such as clinical psychology, counselling, clinical neuropsychology, educational, forensic, health, organisational and sports psychology, as well as teaching and research (which do not require professional registration).

Residential Schools

There is a compulsory residential school for the units PSYC14053 Pre-professional Practice of Psychology and PSYC14051 Research Project A within the first term of commencing the course.

Residential School Schedule

As part of this course, you'll be required to attend a four-day compulsory residential school. This residential school ensures you complete the face-to-face components required as part of the course's accreditation and provides opportunities for you to network with your teaching team and peers.

The residential school is required for two units: PSYC14053 Pre-Professional Practice in Psychology and PSYC14051 Psychology Research Project A.

Term 1, 2025 Residential School*

If you commence this course in Term 1, 2025, your residential school will be held at CQUniversity Rockhampton in Week 3 of Term 1 from Tuesday to Friday*. A schedule of sessions will be provided closer to the residential school, but generally, classes are 9 am – 5 pm, with some evening networking events also offered. On Friday, there may be an earlier conclusion to allow for travel, which will be confirmed closer to the start of term.

If you are enrolled full-time in PSYC14053 Pre-Professional Practice in Psychology and PSYC14051 Psychology Research Project A, you must attend the entire four-day residential school.

Studying part-time? If you're enrolled in PSYC14053 Pre-Professional Practice in Psychology but not enrolled in the PSYC14051 Psychology Research Project A in Term 1, 2025, you can attend the full four-day residential school or just attend the residential school component for the unit you are enrolled in (PSYC14053). Staying for the full-duration means you'll gain all the information about the Research project as early as possible.

*This information is provided as a guide only – before booking any travel (if required) make sure you check the confirmed residential school details when you enrol in the relevant units, as times, dates, and details can change.

Term 2 Residential School

If you commence this course in Term 2, you'll typically complete the residential school requirement outlined above in Adelaide. A schedule of sessions will be provided closer to the start of the term.

Credit Transfer

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Student and Course Profiles

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Fees & Scholarships

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Indicative First-Year Fee

The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling for one full-time academic year for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and should be used as a guide only. For this course, this means six units studied over two terms. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage.

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in September each year.

Commonwealth Support and Government Assistance

Commonwealth Supported Places

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.

HECS-HELP Loan

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.

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Other Study Costs

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.

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Scholarships

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.

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How to Apply

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