UndergraduatePsychology
Bachelor of Psychology, Criminology and Justice
Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Psychology, Criminology and Justice at Edith Cowan University suits students interested in the human mind, particularly the kind that turns to crime. It is more focused on psychology than ECU's Bachelor of Criminology and Justice, and suits students thinking of further study in psychology or criminology, or employment within the criminal justice system. Graduates have a pathway to Honours and postgraduate studies leading to registration as a psychologist.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- 270credit points of core units plus 90 credit points of core options and six 0-credit assessment units, accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Year 1: Introduction to Psychology, Psychology of Motivation and Emotion, The Pursuit of Justice, Criminology (Stage A)
- Social Determinants of Behaviour, Biopsychology Sensation and Perception, The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour, Research in Action (Stage B). Year 2: Fundamentals of Psychological Inquiry, Psychology of Personality and Individual Differences, Corrections and Alternatives to Punishment, Policing and Social Justice (Stage A)
- Developmental Psychology, Learning Memory and Cognition, Case Management and Professional Skills, Investigating Miscarriages of Justice (Stage B). Year 3: Advanced Methods of Psychological Inquiry, Mental Health and Psychological Interventions, plus two options from Young People and Crime, Global Criminology, International Human Rights or the by-application Criminal Justice Review Project (Stage A)
- Cultural Issues in Psychology, Applications of Psychological Literacy, plus a Criminology and Justice Capstone Project or by-application Placement (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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