Bachelor of Psychological Science

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ATAR: 62 SR: 62
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start term
Term 3, 2026
Study mode
Online, On Campus
Course code
CC43
First-year fee
$17,400 (2026 Indicative) (CSP)
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Overview

Explore your interest in human thought and behaviour and gain the knowledge and skills to enhance the health and wellbeing of others with the Bachelor of Psychological Science. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of the underlying principles, theories and concepts of the psychology discipline and develop your knowledge of the range of core research areas that make up the discipline. Tailor your studies in complementary disciplines to extend your professional knowledge to suit your interests and career goals.

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The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides you with a comprehensive overview of the theoretical, scientific and technical knowledge of the discipline of psychology. You'll be prepared for a career in fields that require an understanding of human behaviour and development, behaviour change and research methodology alongside strong verbal and written communication skills.  

In this course, you will not only develop knowledge of the range of core scientific and research areas that make up psychology, but also gain an understanding of the methodologies and statistical techniques used by researchers for information gathering and analysis. Moreover, you will have numerous opportunities to apply your knowledge in real-world settings, explore the professional uses of psychology, and collaborate in teams to solve industry-based problems. 
 
The course is delivered in accordance with the foundational (Level one) competencies for three-year undergraduate psychology programs, as specified by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). If you seek a career as a registered psychologist, you'll need to complete further studies, such as our Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) degree and an accredited postgraduate study in psychology.  

If you have completed a degree in another field and wish to pursue a career in psychology, our Bachelor of Science (Psychology) may be for you. 

Study Experience

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

  • Accredited Qualification
  • Authentic Learning Experiences
  • Global Experiences
  • Online or On-campus
  • Seamless Pathways
  • Student Accommodation Options

Career Opportunities

Not everyone with a psychology degree goes on to work as a psychologist and people with a psychology degree are employed in a wide and diverse range of areas including management, industry, clinical work, counselling, neuropsychology, child development, education, forensic, health and coaching, In order to use the title Psychologist, you must first take an honours level course, such as our one year Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and then either seek work based training or apply for admission onto a specialised higher degree.

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. Visit the Academic Calendars webpage for key dates relevant to your chosen intake.

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete 24 units (144 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (16 units)
  2. 2
    One eight-unit minor OR two four-unit minors

Unit Details

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

Core Units

You will study the 16 units listed below.

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Community and Public Health Minor

The Community and Public Health Minor consists of the four units listed below.

Combine your psychology studies with the foundations of community and public health. You'll learn of the impact chronic diseases have on the Australian community and policy outcomes.

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 Practice - Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Core

The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as a three‑year undergraduate psychology sequence and is delivered in accordance with the foundational (Level 1) competencies. If you seek a career as a registered psychologist, you will need to complete further studies, such as our Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and an accredited postgraduate degree in psychology.

Psychology Capstone - PSYC13026

This unit provides students with the opportunity to reflect upon and apply their acquired discipline-specific knowledge in psychology to a range of professional contexts. There will be a focus on the transition into the workforce or further study. Students will complete a supervised project to address a real-world issue as presented by a representative from an existing organisation. Students will draw upon their psychology and professional expertise to develop and present workable solutions to a professional client.

If you have prior experience or have studied previously, you may be eligible for credit or recognition of prior learning (RPL), which can help reduce your study load and the time it takes to complete your degree.

Learn more about credit and RPL, including application timelines and the overall process.

This course does permit you to defer your offer and commence at a later date.

Learn more about the offer process.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

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

Student and Course Profiles

View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2026 via our Institute Profile. 

Institute Profile

Alternative Entry Pathways

CQU offers a range of alternative entry pathways to help you get started. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, there are options available, depending on your background and previous experience.

View Alternative Entry Pathways

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

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) and should be used as a guide only. 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 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.

Important

If you are a new student and are offered a CSP, you must submit an eCAF (electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form) with the Australian Government to confirm your place, even if you are ineligible for or don’t intend to use a HECS-HELP Loan.

This is a Government requirement, and if you don’t submit before your commencing census date, your enrolment for the term will be cancelled.

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. 

Learn more about paying for university.

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.

Explore scholarships.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your Application Options

Follow These Steps

  1. 1
    Check you meet the course requirements
  2. 2
    Get a Unique Student Identifier
  3. 4
    Receiving an offer
    Find out more about how your application will be assessed, offer types and timelines for receiving and responding to an offer.

Extra Admission Information

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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