Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) (Honours)

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology)(Honours) program will provide you with a thorough education in the scientific discipline of psychology and introduce you to the application of the discipline.

As a graduate, you will have sound evidence-based knowledge as a foundation for entering either employment where the knowledge and approaches of psychology can be used, or advanced level psychology programs (e.g., Master of Psychology or Doctoral level programs).

In addition, as a graduates from this program you will acquire a basis for life-long learning in a changing world.According to the RMIT University Policy on Work Integrated Learning, there are no WIL courses or capstone courses undertaken as part of a one year Bachelors honours degree.

The Work integrated Learning is normally undertaken in the subsequent Masters Program.This program is offered in face-to-face mode (on campus), with support for flexible learning where appropriate.

For more information about the weighted average mark, please click here To graduate you must complete the following:

All courses listed may not be available each semester

Year One of Program

Complete All Four (4) Courses from:

Select Two (2) Courses from:

"Successful completion of an APAC-approved three-year psychology sequence with an average of at least 75% for the entire APAC-approved sequence

OR

Any undergraduate degree and successful completion of an APAC-approved fourth year of study in psychology, with an average of at least 75% for the entire APAC-approved sequence"

Refer to the Australian Psychological Society and the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council for further information on approved study

The following Program Learning Outcomes have been synthesised from the Australian Psychological Accreditaiton Council (2012) RMIT University Application for Accreditation

PLO 1: Understand appropriate and relevant fundamental and applied evidence based knowledge and undertake lifelong learning to improve personal and professional practice

PLO 2: Demonstrate a capacity to employ a variety of approaches and procedures to research to permit judgements and decisions to be supported by appropriate evidence that places practice within a global and local context.

PLO 3: Applies knowledge to diagnose and solve problems in a wide range of diverse situations, with an ability to work independently or with others and incorporate the analysis of evidence based scientific literature to solve psychological problems.

PLO 4: Engage in dialogue with a diverse range of people and communicate in a broad range of forms (written, electronic, graphic, oral) to meet the circumstances of the situation and the capabilities of the audience.

PLO 5: Maintains tolerance and respect for individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds, holding diverse values, adhering to professional expectations and demonstrating ethical behaviour.

PLO 6: Develop collaborative partnerships with colleagues, other professionals and the community that build on the capacity of others and develop open and flexible relationships that adapt to evolving needs and aspirations.