Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (BPSH)

Back to top Program aims The program aims to produce graduates who possess the qualities outlined in the USQ Graduate Attributes, who have developed a strong knowledge base in the discipline, who are proficient researchers, who possess the professional competencies expected of graduates by the Psychology Board of Australia and the Australian Psychological Society, and who are able to actively contribute to the welfare of the community at large.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

• Have achieved a minimum Overall Position (OP) 14, tertiary entrance rank 70 or equivalent qualification.^

• English Language Proficiency requirements for Category 2.

Applicants are advised to also address the following:

• Assumed knowledge expectations: English.

All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements.

If students do not meet the English language requirements they may apply to study a University-approved English language program. On successful completion of the English language program, students may be admitted to an award program.

These are determined by the University for specific programs each Semester. The 2019 OP and tertiary entrance ranks are based on agreed QTAC schedules which assess formal study at Year 12 or equivalent level, tertiary, preparatory, professional or vocational qualifications or work experience, as detailed in the QTAC Assessment of Qualifications Manual and QTAC Assessor Guidelines. Special admissions may help you get into the program of your choice by increasing your Selection Rank. The additional points don't apply to all applicants or all programs. Please read the information about USQ's Special Admissions carefully to find out what you may be eligible for.

Program objectives

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), students should be able to:

• systematically apply advanced knowledge and concepts to the major fields in contemporary psychology.
• use specific methodology to independently plan, implement, analyse, interpret and evaluate research findings and coherently communicate findings to a wide audience.
• apply psychological knowledge, and skills to explain, predict and influence human behaviour to meet individual, professional and societal needs.
• apply professional skills in assessment, counselling, evaluation and intervention with a high degree of proficiency to enhance the psychological wellbeing of clients.
• articulate and apply Indigenous cultural competence knowledge and skills in diverse situations.
• demonstrate integrity, ethical conduct, accountability, respect and awareness of professional practices and cultural norms with a range of diverse clients.