UndergraduatePsychology
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Griffith University, Brisbane/Gold Coast, QLD, Australia
About this program
Griffith University's Bachelor of Psychological Science degree. Do you want to uncover what drives people's thoughts, feelings and actions? The Bachelor of Psychological Science gives you a solid foundation in psychological theory, research methods and applications. You'll explore processes that shape human behaviour across a variety of contexts, from development and cognition to mental health and social behaviour. With a flexible degree structure, you can shape your studies by choosing electives that complement psychology and open diverse career pathways, from business and HR to criminology, sport science and beyond. Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Psychological Science Study a mix of psychology disciplines, guided by experienced researchers and industry professionals. Learn to design research studies, collect and analyse data and contribute to impactful research. Develop practical skills and explore concepts across counselling, communication, group facilitation and behaviour change
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 4 parts
- Year 1: Introduction to Psychology 1
- Interpersonal Skills
- Psychology and Counselling in Professional Contexts
- Introduction to Psychology 2
- Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
- Counselling Skills
- Year 2: Experimental Design and Analysis
- Developmental Psychology
- Biological Psychology
- Social and Cultural Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Group Facilitation and Coaching Skills
- Year 3: Survey Design and Analysis
- Abnormal Psychology
- Psychological Assessment of Individual Differences
- Behaviour Change Skills
- Plus 24 elective/flexible courses chosen from an approved list to complete the 240 credit-point program
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
Completion of an Australian Year 12 (Senior Secondary) certificate or equivalent international qualification. Assumed background knowledge: Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C); Any two units of English (Band 3).
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