Bachelor of Psychological Science
James Cook University
About
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.
View the handbook for professional accreditation requirements.
Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Level 1
PY1101:03 Exploring Psychology: From Brain to Practice
PY1102:03 Exploring Psychology: From Perception to Reality
PY1103:03 Critical Thinking in Psychology: How to Think About Weird Things
PY1106:03 Communicating Psychology: Listening, Translating & Disseminating
Level 2
PY2103:03 Introduction to Research Methods and Data Analysis
PY2107:03 Experimental Investigation and Analysis of Behaviour
PY2111:03 Learning Processes, Behaviour and Performance
PY2112:03 Memory and Cognition
PY2101:03 Psychological Neuroscience
PY2106:03 Through the Looking Glass: Development Across the Lifespan
Level 3
PY3101:03 Psychological Research Methods and Interpretation
PY3102:03 Social Psychology in Everyday Life
PY3103:03 Mining the Mind: Psychopathology
PY3107:03 Psychological Assessment in Action
PY3108:03 Personality Psychology: Decoding the Mysteries of Humans
OPTIONS
Select 12 credit points of any undergraduate subjects
PLUS
Select 6 credit points of specified PY level 2 subjects from List 1
PLUS
Select 9 credit points of specified PY level 3 subjects from List 2
List 1
PY2018:03 Intercultural Psychology and Cross Cultural Communication
PY2104:03 Connecting Social, Psychological and Physical Health
PY2109:03 The World around Us: Environmental Psychology
PY2110:03 Intersections of Psychology and Law: Forensic Psychology
List 2
PY3104:03 Counselling Principles and Practice for Diverse Environments
PY3105:03 Working it: Psychology in the Workforce
PY3106:03 Historical Narratives: Foundations of Modern Psychology
PY3109:03 Cognitive Neuroscience: The Biology of Mind
PY3110:03 Sensing and Interpreting the World: a Psychology Perspective
PY3111:03 Population Clinical Health Promotion and Communication
Entry requirements
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| Course prerequisites | English (Units 3/4,C) |
| Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 1 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. |
| Additional selection requirements | Information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying, may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria. |
Learning outcomes
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.
Access world-class research and observation facilities, including a working Psychology clinic on-campus in Townsville. Combine this degree with business or sports and exercise science to broaden your skillset.
JCU Psychological Science graduates are innovative, critical thinkers who are widely-skilled and contribute valuably in their chosen fields. Additional information
View the handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects.
Honours
The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis. An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees. Refer to the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) Handbook for eligibility information.
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