UndergraduatePsychology
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
Ranked in the top 250 universities globally for psychology¹ and #1 in Victoria for graduate salary and full-time employment,² Swinburne combines global recognition in psychology with outstanding graduate outcomes. Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is a first step towards becoming a registered psychologist. You'll learn from academics who are leaders in their fields, bringing real-world insights and the latest research into the classroom. Gain real-world experience through embedded Work Integrated Learning and complete an original research project in your honours year Study in a leading psychology research environment, home to the Swinburne Psychology Clinic, one of Australia's largest university psychology clinics, and on-campus MRI and MEG facilities, unique among Victorian universities Learn through immersive, hands-on experiences, with class sizes that support personalised attention. 1 THE World University Rankings by Subject 2026 2 Good Universities Guide 2026 Check the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) course handbook Get a copy of our course guide
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Successful completion of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 400 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated. Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
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
A. Applicants with recent secondary education (within past three years) ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Guaranteed ATAR: if you receive an ATAR of 85 or higher and meet all the essential requirements for this course, you will be guaranteed an offer. Educational history An applicant's entire academic history, including ATAR results, will be considered for entry into this course. Selection rank adjustments Selection ranks for this course will be calculated based on your ATAR with adjustments to overall study scores based on subjects studied, location of your home address, SEAS application, and participation In Swinburne's Early Leaders program. ..
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