Bachelor of Psychological Science
James Cook University
Program Overview
Study the human mind and develop a strong foundation of psychological theory, practice, and research skills with JCU’s Bachelor of Psychological Science.
Gain expertise in analytical thinking and scientific research methods relevant to a broad range of careers and further study.
Study a core program in Psychology along with additional electives to suit your interests. Choose from a range of specialised subjects, including forensic psychology, memory and cognition, cognitive neuroscience, psychopathology, intercultural psychology, and social psychology.
Cairns, Australia
36 Months
AU$ 34,960
IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 74
Course Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
- Exploring Psychology: From Brain to Practice
- Exploring Psychology: From Perception to Reality
- Critical Thinking in Psychology: How to Think About Weird Things
- Communicating Psychology: Listening, Translating & Disseminating
- Introduction to Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Experimental Investigation and Analysis of Behaviour
- Learning Processes, Behaviour and Performance
- Memory and Cognition
- Psychological Neuroscience
- Through the Looking Glass: Development Across the Lifespan
Course prerequisites
English (Units 3/4,C)
Estimated annual tuition fee: $AUD34,960.00
Courses are charged per year of full-time study. International course fees are reviewed annually and subject to change.
JCU Psychological Science graduates are sought-after professionals who excel in their chosen fields.
Graduates pursue careers in areas including private practice, academic and applied research settings, counselling services, law courts, police and defence forces, prisons, hospitals, and schools.
With further study, you could find employment as a clinical psychologist, counselling psychologist, educational psychologist, forensic psychologist, occupational psychologist, sport and exercise psychologist, or psychotherapist.
To become eligible for registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, you are required to complete a minimum six-year sequence of education and supervised training.