Bachelor of Science in Psychology
University of Canberra - Canberra
Overview
Discover the science behind how and why people think, feel and behave the way they do. In this course, you will learn how to use science and evidence-based practice to understand human behaviour in a wide range of settings. In only three years, you will learn the foundations of psychology and gain the knowledge, understanding and the contacts to go on to explore a range of career and study opportunities once you graduate.
This course is especially advantageous to those studying double-degrees in law, business, and sport and exercise science – alternatively you can choose to do a secondary major in many areas, including counselling, health science and sports.
UC also offers extensive Work Integrated Learning opportunities including placements in local, national and international organisations if available. This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and opens opportunities for further study in psychology at honours and masters levels.
Majors
Areas of study
Psychology, plus an elective major such as applied psychology, counselling studies, human resource management, law and society, marketing, sports science.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Psychologist (subject to further studies), human resources, policy and research, health and welfare, public relations, media, marketing and advertising, disability support, community health, counselling.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2022.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 97.65 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 68.58 | 78.5 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 45.15 | 60 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Canberra website for admission criteria information.
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University
University of Canberra
Campus
Canberra
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Science
Indicative ATAR
45.15
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: Available
Course Link
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