Course Overview

About This Course

Develop advanced, independent research skills and work towards a career as a professional psychologist or academic researcher with the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours). If you've already completed an accredited Australian Psychology undergraduate degree, then this qualification is for you. The skills you'll learn will further prepare you for postgraduate studies in specialist areas including: clinical psychology, organisational psychology, sports psychology, or a career in research.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Completed an APAC (Australian Psychology Accreditation Council) accredited three-year bachelor degree or equivalent sequence in psychology at an Australian university with at least a distinction average (70%) in core psychology units at the third-year level
Have at least credits in all second and third year level core/major units (one exception allowed)
Applicants who have completed a psychology major at an overseas university must provide evidence that their degree meets the requirements of an APAC-accredited Australian undergraduate degree in psychology
If qualifications were obtained overseas, you must also have your qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society and provide evidence of equivalency with your application
English language requirements: IELTS overall band of 7.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 7.0, OR Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 75%, all skills 70%, or equivalent measures
At least 50% of places are open to applicants from Swinburne University of Technology only; the remainder are open to applicants from all universities
Non-Swinburne applicants should provide a cover letter with full name, contact details and application course details with any additional documentation

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Psychologist (with further studies), Social welfare consultant, Medical researcher, Clinical worker, Health officer, Child development officer. 83.5% of students found employment within 4 months of graduating.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

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 Units6 units

PSY40001

Advanced Quantitative Methods

Core unit

PSY40002

Honours Thesis B

25.0 credit points

PSY40005

Ethical and Professional Issues

PSY40006

Psychological Assessment

PSY40008

Counselling Psychology

PSY40009

Honours Thesis A

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the professional accreditation for this course?

The Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours) at Swinburne is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), and Swinburne is ranked in the top 250 in the world for the subject of psychology according to the Times Higher Education World University Ranking by Subject 2023.

Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for the Honours program?

No — applicants do not need to contact a supervisor to talk about research projects until they receive an offer. When applying, you only need to provide a simple sentence indicating your interests in general, rather than a detailed description of an honours project.

How many credit points are required to complete this course, and what units are included?

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 100 credit points. Core units include Advanced Quantitative Methods (PSY40001), Honours Thesis B (PSY40002, 25 credit points), Ethical and Professional Issues (PSY40005), Psychological Assessment (PSY40006), Counselling Psychology (PSY40008), and Honours Thesis A (PSY40009). All units are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.

What are the tuition fees for the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours) in 2026?

For 2026, the yearly tuition fee is AUD $9,537 for domestic Commonwealth Supported Place students, with a total course fee estimate of AUD $47,320. A Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) of AUD $373 also applies. Eligible domestic students may access HECS-HELP loans to cover their contribution amount.

What postgraduate or career pathways does this course lead to?

The Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours) prepares graduates for postgraduate studies in specialist areas including clinical psychology, organisational psychology, and sports psychology, as well as careers in research. Potential career roles include psychologist (with further studies), social welfare consultant, medical researcher, clinical worker, health officer, and child development officer.

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