Explore how the mind works, and why people behave the way they do. You can choose to undertake a minor in counselling, criminology, exercise science (exercise & nutrition), exercise science (physiology and psychology), human biology or an Arts minor. This course gives you the opportunity to complete a four-year sequence in psychology by including an embedded honours year. This meets APAC's requirements that enable you to apply for postgraduate courses in Psychology which may lead to registration as a psychologist.
After completing the course our graduates have pursued careers in diverse areas such as psychological research assistants, child welfare and protection, community work, marketing and market research, health, education, case-work and human resources. Graduates who also go onto complete postgraduate studies in psychology have registered as practicing psychologist or have pursued careers in the area of psychological research.
Applicants require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 7.0 (with a minimum score of 7.0 in all bands)
Unit fee: $3260
Average first year fee: $26080
Estimate total cost: $104320
You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.