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Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

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The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is an APAC accredited fourth year psychology program. The course aims to provide for the completion of a four year sequence, which is a requirement for advanced study in psychology.

The course includes content focused on the theoretical and empirical bases for psychological measurement and assessment, evidence based approaches to psychological intervention, developmental psychopathology, and professional practice issues and ethics. The course also includes comprehensive coverage of psychological research, and students complete an individual research thesis. All teaching staff are experienced clinicians or researchers who are committed to advancing the field of psychology through their own work and their interaction with students.

Location: Face-to-Face - Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia  Intake: February and July each year
Delivery: Full Time (February intake only) and Part Time Fees: Fee information can be found here
Duration: 1 Year Full Time, 18 Months or 24 Months Part Time FEE-Help: Yes 
CRICOS Course Code: 092970K Course Code: PY083
Application Type: Domestic and International

Application Period: Applications for our mid-year part time intake are now open and will close on 19 June 2022.

Information Evening: Hybrid (Online and On-Campus at 391 Tooronga Road, Hawthorn East, VIC), 5.30pm – 7pm, Wednesday 11th May 2022. Watch the recorded version here.
 

What does this course offer you?

  • Pathway into Master of Psychology training programs.
  • High quality teaching and learning experiences.
  • Full time or part time enrolment (February intake).
  • Mid-year entry is also available (18 month or 24 month part time intake only).

What more does Cairnmillar offer?

We are committed to making your experience at Cairnmillar one that continues to assist you beyond your degree. We aim to provide you with skills beyond what you will gain through the units of study, including:

  • Free leadership training and peer mentoring programs.
  • Professional development opportunities for a reduced price.
  • An inspiring colloquium program.
  • Academic writing and study skills support.
  • Career advice. 
  • Friendly staff with an open-door approach. 

Admission Criteria

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Applicants must have completed a three-year sequence in psychology in an APAC accredited program of study or equivalent overseas qualification (as assessed by the APS).

Minimum entry standard is a credit average (60%) in the undergraduate or equivalent degree. To be successful, applicants should have a credit grade or above in most psychology units.

Applicants who completed their psychology sequence more than ten years ago may be asked to complete a refresher sequence prior to a formal offer being made.

For entry into the course, students are required to submit an application through the Apply Now page, with certified or original scanned copies of the following supporting documentation:

  • Most recent academic transcripts
  • A current curriculum vitae
  • A 500 word personal statement outlining what factors have contributed to the application
  • Proof of residency/citizenship (e.g. passport, birth certificate, or citizenship certificate).

Published: 16th July, 2019

Updated: 4th May, 2021

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Career Opportunities

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Graduates may apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) in their current workplace. Graduates will be able to consider further study or employment in a range of fields where the knowledge and skills acquired in the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) can be applied (e.g., Community Services, Business, Counselling). Graduates will also be eligible to apply for entry into Master of Psychology training programs.

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Updated: 17th July, 2019

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Course Duration and Structure

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This one year full time or two year part time program consists of 100 credit points.It can be taken across one year (full-time), 18 months (part-time) or 24 months (part-time).

Students undertake a total of seven units of study consisting of five coursework units (62.5 credit points or 62.5%) and two research units (37.5 credit points or 37.5%).

Each of the units of study are detailed below. Please note students must pass all units before being eligible to graduate. 

The full-time course structure is as follows:

Full Time 12 Month February Intake
Semester One
HON401 Professional Practice and Professional Ethics
HON403 Psychological Assessment
HON402 Research Methods
HON455 Research Thesis 1
Semester Two
HON404 Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence
HON407 Developmental Psychopathology Across the Lifespan
HON456 Research Thesis 2

 

A part time option is available and it is expected that this will be completed in no more than 2 years.

For students commencing the program in February the standard part-time course structure is as follows:

Part Time, 24 Month February Intake
Semester One
HON401 Professional Practice and Professional Ethics
HON403 Psychological Assessment
Semester Two 
HON404 Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence
HON407 Developmental Psychopathology Across the Lifespan
Semester Three
HON402 Research Methods
HON455 Research Thesis 1
Semester Four
HON456 Research Thesis 2

 

For students commencing the program in the midyear intake the standard part-time course structure is as follows:

Part Time, 24 Month Mid-Year July Intake
Semester One
HON404 Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence
HON407 Developmental Psychopathology Across the Lifespan
Semester Two
HON402 Research Methods
HON455 Research Thesis 1
Semester Three 
HON456 Research Thesis 2
Semester Four
HON401 Professional Practice and Professional Ethics
HON403 Psychological Assessment

 

For students who commence the course in the midyear intake, the following 18-month course structure is also available:

Part Time 18 Month Mid-Year July Intake
Semester One
HON404 Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence
HON407 Developmental Psychopathology Across the Lifespan
Semester Two 
HON401 Professional Practice and Professional Ethics
HON402 Research Methods
HON455 Research Thesis 1
HON403 Psychological Assessment
Semester Three 
HON456 Research Thesis 2

 

To see what units are available as a single subject enrolment, please click here. 

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Updated: 30th July, 2021

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Graduate Learning Outcomes

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  • Apply ethical codes, legislation, and professional standards to issues relevant to psychological research and professional practice.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical and empirical bases underpinning the development and application of psychological assessment and intervention.
  • Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of developmental psychopathology.
  • Critically assess the impact of sociocultural and developmental factors in psychology research and professional practice.
  • Apply the scientific method to answer psychology-related research questions (i.e., study design, data analysis and interpretation).
  • Demonstrate sophisticated oral and written communication skills.

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Professional Recognition

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On completion of the course, graduates will be eligible to:

  • Apply for provisional registration as a psychologist.
  • Apply for entry to an APAC accredited Masters training program that leads to registration as a psychologist.

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Recognition of Prior Learning

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Students applying for this program may enter into a process in which they may be granted credit or partial credit towards the qualification in recognition of previous experience where an equivalence of earlier learning can be established.

Credit transfer for an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) course, is only applicable for recently completed APAC accredited postgraduate programs.

Credit or partial credit is not granted in recognition of knowledge or skills gained through work or life experience.

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