Overview

Use science to understand people. Be inspired to build new knowledge and discover new things using a variety of scientific methods. Cover a broad range of areas such as mental illness, interventions, the biology of the brain, memory, and decision making.

You will also explore the exciting complexities of the human social experience and learn to apply research methodologies of social science to the societies in which we exist.

Career Opportunities after the Bachelor of Psychological Science - Bachelor of Social Science program from University of Newcastle

Careers stemming from this combined program are broad and varied. Common areas of employment for graduates include social research, management and policy work for government and non-government agencies, in addition to work in the private sector.

Some typical roles include:

Counsellor
Community development worker
Juvenile justice officer
Mediator
Social scientist
Practicing psychologist (with further study)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in Psychology

Psychology

Psychological Practice

Society and Culture

Professional Practice and Key Debates in Social Sciences

Statistics for the Sciences

Psychological Interventions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-07-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-17 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-02-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-20 00:00:00 , International

More details

It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your start date. Late applications may be considered for next available intake.

Language

English

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Credits

320 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Sociology Social Psychology View 89 other Bachelors in Sociology in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 106119D

As part of your application you will need to provide scanned coloured original or certified copies of original documents.

Examples of documents that you may need to provide are:

Academic transcript
Completion certificate
Evidence of English proficiency
Passport biometric page
For programs requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.
Course / subject outlines if you wish to apply for credit for previous studies undertaken

Tuition Fee

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International

40030 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40030 AUD per year during 48 months.

National students are Commonwealth Supported.

Living costs for Newcastle

1333 - 2400 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Bachelor of Psychological Science - Bachelor of Social Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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