UndergraduatePsychology
Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling
Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling at Edith Cowan University introduces students to the professional practice of counselling while preparing them for advanced psychology training. Students acquire skills to analyse and research behaviour and to explain interactions between people and their environment. The course is a springboard to postgraduate studies in psychology and counselling, and provides a pathway towards Honours and registration as a psychologist.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), with six 0-credit assessment units alongside the core program. Year 1: Introduction to Psychology, Psychology of Motivation and Emotion, Humanistic Models of Counselling, Interpersonal and Helping Skills (Stage A)
- Social Determinants of Behaviour, Biopsychology Sensation and Perception, Therapeutic Practice with Families and Couples, Dynamic Models of Counselling (Stage B). Year 2: Fundamentals of Psychological Inquiry, Psychology of Personality and Individual Differences, Decolonising Perspectives, Culture Equity and Diversity (Stage A)
- Developmental Psychology, Learning Memory and Cognition, Therapeutic Practice with Older Adults, Self Development (Stage B). Year 3: Advanced Methods of Psychological Inquiry, Mental Health and Psychological Interventions, Skills Training in Humanistic Counselling, Contemporary Challenges in Therapeutic Practice (Stage A)
- Cultural Issues in Psychology, Applications of Psychological Literacy, Psychodynamic Concepts into Practice, Sexuality and Therapeutic Practice (Stage B). Total: 3 years full time or part time equivalent, on campus at Joondalup or online
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Clinical PsychologistANZSCO 272311
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Registration needs the full accredited sequence (accredited bachelor's, honours, then an accredited master's or doctorate), which takes several years beyond a first degree. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Educational PsychologistANZSCO 272312
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Organisational PsychologistANZSCO 272313
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published where applicable, or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: AQF Certificate IV, 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider or equivalent, an Undergraduate Certificate, the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test, a University Preparation Course, the Indigenous University Orientation Course, or the Experience Based Entry Scheme. For international students, requirements include secondary school results.
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