About the Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Psychological Science
Learn how to innovate and shape behaviour with La Trobe's accredited Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Psychological Science. It will give you sound commercial knowledge and skills, as well as a deep understanding of the human mind, helping you become a highly valued professional in health and other sectors of the economy.
You will better understand what drives our choices, what makes us tick, and how businesses can meet our needs. You'll establish a grounding in psychology, exploring theories on individuals, groups and whole societies. You'll learn how experience and incentives affect individual and group behaviour and how this knowledge can be applied in the workplace. And you'll explore our commercial environment and learn how to create better systems and solutions for the humans and the planet. The course will challenge your ideas and preconceptions, expanding your networks and horizons.
Co-designed with industry leaders for high-achieving students wishing to make a difference, the course provides a unique multidisciplinary set of skills and knowledge sought-after by employers and policymakers. These skills are achieved through students' flexible choice from a range of majors and minors.
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Psychological Science intended learning outcomes
Analyse real-world challenges confronting business and society, and propose innovative solutions.
Utilise digital technologies effectively in identifying and executing managerial and policy solutions.
Productively apply disciplinary knowledge and skills in the area of the chosen major and minor.
Evaluate potential solutions to real-world challenges and negotiate them with stakeholders.
Implement and manage optimal solutions in a responsible and sustainable manner.
Acquire, assess, and apply a broad and coherent body of knowledge of psychology, with depth of understanding of underlying principles, theories and concepts.
Collect, analyse, and evaluate information and ideas and solve problems using a scientific approach.
Demonstrate awareness of cultural differences and show sensitivity to the diversity across people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Analyse and critique theory and research in the discipline of psychology and communicate effectively in written and oral formats.
Distinguish appropriate values and ethics in psychology and apply them in the real-world commercial environment.
Engage professionally in diverse teams to advance organizational and social goals.
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Psychological Science career opportunities
After graduation, you could pursue a wide range of specialist careers across business, psychological science and health. Your opportunities could include:
Psychologist
Graduates will have the prerequisites to apply for honours in psychology, with the potential to pursue postgraduate study and registration as a psychologist.
Public health worker
Use your knowledge and expertise to support patients and their communities. Monitor people's health, and inform, educate and empower people to improve their quality of life.
Management consultant
Advise on the behavioural aspects of management decision-making and leadership, and drive reforms in corporate operating culture to drive commercial outcomes.
Estimated fees per year (2025):
A$39 400 per 120 credit points.
Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.
Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative
The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.
Nepal: 80%
Subject prerequisites
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
English language requirement
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.