Admission Criteria Expand 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).
Career Opportunities Expand 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.
Course Duration and Structure Expand 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.
Graduate Learning Outcomes Expand 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.
Professional Recognition Expand 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.
Recognition of Prior Learning Expand 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.