Bachelor of Psychological Science

La Trobe University

CRICOS Institution Code 00115M

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

Multi-Modal, Online

Study Load

Full-time or part-time

Intakes

Semester 1 (March 2027), Semester 2 (July 2027)

Course Overview

About This Course

Understand the human mind and how it drives behaviour.

La Trobe's Bachelor of Psychological Science will prepare you for a career as a professional psychologist, or in a psychology-related field across industries from clinical psychology to human services and marketing.

Elective subjects with a choice of minor sequences in Human Relationships and Neuroscience gives you the flexibility to work towards the career you want.

You'll learn:

Analytical, research and communication skills
- Learn skills that are essential to your future career in psychology.
Clinical and health psychology
- Gain an understanding of how to help people cope with mental and physical disorders.
Developmental and social psychology
- Understand how environmental factors contribute to peoples' psychological makeup.
Psychological assessment, intervention and research
- Become familiar with methods to understand and measure people's psychological state.
- Learn when and how to intervene and how to conduct research.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

Plenty Rd, Bundoora, Melbourne, Victoria 3086

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

A$32,694

Duration

156 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1 (March 2027), Semester 2 (July 2027)

Study Mode

Full-time or part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

Recent secondary education (Year 12)

This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.

VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

HSC: One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 2), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 3).

Selection rank adjustments

VCE: A study score of 25 in Health And Human Development, any Information Technology, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or any Science equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.

HSC: Applicants who successfully complete one of the following HSC or equivalent Year 12 subjects will have their selection rank increased by one point per study: Performance Band 3 in Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE); Mathematics Extension 1; Mathematics Extension 2; Biology; Chemistry; Earth and Environmental Science; Physics; Investigating Science; Design and Technology; Information Processes and Technology; Software Design and Development; any language other than English (Band 2). Overall, selection ranks can be increased by a maximum of five points.

Higher education, VET and work/life experience applicants

Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

To be eligible for an offer of admission into the Bachelor of Psychological Science at La Trobe University, an applicant must:

Meet the stated criteria for Year 12 or Non Year 12 admission, OR
Successful completion of two of the following four Open Access Pathway subjects:
- PSY1BAM Introductory psychology: brain and mind
- PSY1SFP Scientific foundations of psychology
- PSY1PAC Introductory psychology: people and culture
- PSY1APP Applied psychology

Additional selection information

Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you:
- are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent)
- have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or
- do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program. Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page page for further information.
Applicants can complete and submit a Personal Statement if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work or community experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.

International students:

Recent secondary education (Year 12)

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

English language requirements

6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate, you'll have flexible pathways toward careers that include:

Clinical psychologist
- Assess people's psychological state.
- Diagnose and develop a management plan for treatment and recovery.
- Manage caseloads and referrals.
- Counsel patients, document sessions, report to management and liaise with government departments when necessary.
Public health worker
- Use your knowledge and expertise to support your patients and their communities.
- Monitor people's health, inform, educate and empower people to improve their quality of life.
- Document cases and develop strategies to solve health problems.
Rehabilitation worker
- Work with people suffering from addiction and help them achieve meaning and stability in their lives.
Youth worker
- Work with youth to help them stay healthy, happy and well adjusted.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units14 units

LTU0AIM

Academic Integrity Module

ABS0WOM

Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education

PSY1APP

Applied Psychology

PSY1BAM

Introductory Psychology: Brain and Mind

PSY1PAC

Introductory Psychology: People and Culture

PSY1SFP

Scientific Foundations of Psychology

PSY2COG

Cognition

PSY2DEV

Developmental Psychology

PSY2PRM

Psychological Research Methods

PSY2SOC

Social Psychology

PSY3PAS

Psychological Assessment

PSY3PIN

Psychological Interventions

PSY3PHI

Psychological Health and Illness

PSY3PRP

Psychological Research in Practice

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Bachelor of Psychological Science offered?

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How can I apply for the Bachelor of Psychological Science at La Trobe University?

Prospective students can apply through La Trobe University's standard application process, which includes pathways for Year 12 students, non-Year 12 students, Indigenous students, and international students, as outlined on the La Trobe University website.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$61,000 – $80,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$80,000 – $100,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$100,000 – $124,000/yr

Career Paths

Clinical Psychologist
Counselling Psychologist
Organisational / Industrial Psychologist
Forensic Psychologist
School Psychologist / Educational Psychologist

Key Skills

Critical thinking and evidence-based reasoning
Psychological assessment and diagnostic interviewing
Quantitative and qualitative research design and analysis
Therapeutic communication and active listening
Report writing and clinical documentation

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