Bachelor of Psychological Science University of Wollongong

Overview

From the first modules of year one, students in University of Wollongong in Dubai's Bachelor of Psychological Science degree program are introduced to the scientific discipline of modern psychology, starting with foundational subjects. The curriculum emphasises critical thinking, communication skills, and research methods, enabling students to produce scientific reports, present data, and conduct statistical analyses. By the second year of the psychology program, students delve into major psychological study areas such as personality, social psychology, developmental psychology, perception, and cognition. The program blends classic and contemporary studies, quantitative research methods, and statistical data interpretation.

Program Outcomes

The Bachelor of Psychological Science, whether as a straight-through psychology program or combined with a major in any of the three areas of Management, Human Resource Management or Marketing is designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in psychology. This foundation consists of a broad and coherent understanding of the key concepts, principles, overarching themes and applications in psychology. 

In addition, students will acquire the competence to apply research methods and technologies in psychology, including research design, data analysis, interpretation and evidence-based approaches in a manner that is sensitive to cultural and individual diversity to answer questions derived from the science of psychology. Such scientific and critical thinking skills will prepare you for highly desirable roles in the professional world. The program will also equip you with ethical, professional, public and personal behaviours to function successfully within a wide range of employment contexts.