Bachelor of Psychological Science (Advanced)

Understanding the science behind human behaviour This degree is designed for students who want to explore how people think, feel and behave across different contexts. You’ll learn from leading academics across a range of psychology disciplines, building advanced knowledge and skills valued across multiple professions.

Alongside the core psychology content, you’ll extend your learning through advanced science coursework and a cross-disciplinary project, developing deeper critical thinking and research capability. You’ll be supported through mentoring and guidance, helping you shape your career direction and build confidence in your next steps. Throughout your degree, you’ll have opportunities to engage with research and industry, and begin building professional networks. By graduation, you’ll have the knowledge and practical skills to contribute to real-world challenges and develop new ways of understanding human behaviour. This degree covers all the requirements of an APAC accredited undergraduate degree in Psychology, including a wide range of subject areas. Throughout your psychology degree you will learn about: In addition, as an Advanced student, you will work with a small cohort of students in Advanced degrees across the College of Engineering, Science and the Environment to develop and practice scientific enquiry and professional development skills needed to problem-solve in the real world. Hear from Psychological Science students, Joel and Emma about their experiences completing career-ready placements at the University of Newcastle.