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Psychology Research Methods
Year 1 core topic building an understanding of psychology principles and research methods.
Psychology of Surviving and Thriving
Year 1 core topic covering psychological principles related to resilience and wellbeing.
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Year 1 core topic exploring mental health concepts and wellbeing.
Research Methods
Year 2 core topic advancing research skills for a more complex understanding of psychology.
Social and Organisational Psychology
Year 2 core topic covering social behaviour and organisational contexts.
Cognition and Learning
Year 2 core topic examining cognitive processes and learning.
Psychological Assessment
Year 2 core topic on methods of psychological assessment.
Psychology for Children and Adolescents
Year 2 core topic focused on developmental psychology for younger populations.
Research Methods
Year 3 core topic applying advanced research methods in psychology.
Applications of Psychological Science
Year 3 core topic applying psychological knowledge to practical and specialised areas.
Clinical Psychology
Year 3 core topic covering clinical approaches and therapeutic techniques.
Professional Placement
Year 3 core topic providing hands-on professional experience.
Psychology Honours Thesis
Year 4 (Honours) core topic focused on completing an original research thesis.
Communicating Knowledge
Year 4 (Honours) core topic on effective communication of research findings.
Evidence-Based Practice
Year 4 (Honours) core topic covering evidence-based approaches in psychology.
Research and Practice
Year 4 (Honours) core topic integrating research skills with professional practice.
Common Questions
Yes, the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at Flinders University is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), meaning it meets national standards for psychology education. This ensures high-quality, professionally recognised training and provides a clear pathway toward further study and registration as a psychologist in Australia.
The required ATAR for 2025 entry is 90 (note: Guaranteed ATAR is not applicable for this course). Alternative entry options are available via STAT, GPA, or pathway programs such as Psychological Science, Arts, or Diploma in Arts. International students must meet an IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in each band) or a Pearson overall score of 58. There are no prerequisites or assumed knowledge requirements.
In Year 1, you will study core topics including Psychology Research Methods, Psychology of Surviving and Thriving, and Mental Health and Wellbeing, alongside option topics. Year 2 covers Research Methods, Social and Organisational Psychology, Cognition and Learning, Psychological Assessment, and Psychology for Children and Adolescents, plus electives. Year 3 includes Research Methods, Applications of Psychological Science, Clinical Psychology, and a Professional Placement, alongside electives and option topics. In the fourth Honours year, you will complete a Psychology Honours Thesis, Communicating Knowledge, Evidence-Based Practice, and Research and Practice.
Graduates can pursue careers as clinical psychologists, policy advisers, school psychologists, mental health support workers, and psychology researchers. The typical salary for a clinical psychologist in Australia is $115K, with a 5-year job growth projection of 13.3%. With further postgraduate study and work experience, additional careers include neuropsychologist, organisational psychologist, sports psychologist, educational psychologist, and research psychologist. According to the Understanding Industry Demand for Australia's Psychology Graduate report 2023, 1 in 4 jobs advertised in Australia are suited to psychology graduates.
The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is delivered in person at the Bedford Park campus and runs for 4 years full-time (or part-time equivalent, though part-time is not available for international students). Intake dates are available in March and July. The course is also deferrable. Annual indicative fees for 2026 are $9,537 (CSP) or $39,100 (FFP).
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