Bachelor of Psychology
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Course overview
Choose student typeEntry requirements
70 Indicative ATAR
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
W74
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $11,223
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
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Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
Mount Lawley | ||
South West | ||
Online | FT PT | FT PT |
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
W74
CRICOS code
0100522
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $34,200
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
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Joondalup | FT | FT |
Mount Lawley | ||
South West | ||
Online | FT PT | FT PT |
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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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 Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 1: Study part-time Online
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Course Structure
Students will be required to complete twelve core units (180 credit points). This will be supported by selection of a 180 credit point supplementary program, comprising of: a Double Major; or a Major plus a Minor/elective units; or a Minor plus elective units. These may be selected from anywhere within the university. Generally, units in this course should be completed in year sequence (e.g. all first-year units should be completed before proceeding to second-year units).
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY1101 | Introduction to Psychology | 15 |
PSY1115 | Psychology of Motivation and Emotion | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | x 2 | 30 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY1210 | Biopsychology, Sensation and Perception | 15 |
PSY1204 | Social Determinants of Behaviour | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | x 2 | 30 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY2102 | Fundamentals of Psychological Inquiry | 15 |
PSY2105 | Psychology of Personality and Individual Differences | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | x 2 | 30 |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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PSY2231 | Developmental Psychology | 15 |
PSY2204 | Learning, Memory and Cognition | 15 |
Unit from Supplementary Program | x 2 | 30 |
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookCourse notes
Important course notes
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad psychology knowledge to a range of theoretical and technical situations.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise/synthesise complex psychology knowledge and problems.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate psychological solutions and responses.
- Use digital technologies and psychology related literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
- Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values through appropriate psychology methods.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and scholarship.
- Communicate psychology knowledge and ideas clearly, coherently and with independence.
Professional Recognition
Accredited by: Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)
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Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $11,223 *
* Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
AUD $34,200 *
* International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
Employment opportunities in psychology span across many fields, including human resources management, criminal justice, education, rehabilitation, business, mental health, counselling, and the administration and provision of social services; in particular, performing in any job or role that involves understanding and guiding human behaviour, showing empathy and compassion, and displaying skills such as the ability to evaluate the needs of a client, write formal reports, and keep accurate and organised records. Finally, this course will prepare students for further postgraduate studies in psychology.
Possible future job titles
Public sector worker, government agency worker, market researcher, children and family service provider, marketer, human resource worker, statistician, mental health services worker, financial service worker, police force officer
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Quick guide to uni-speak
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points - that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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