Charles Darwin University

Bachelor of Psychological Science Honours

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Are you a high-achieving psychology student, who wants to distinguish yourself from other graduates, advance your knowledge of psychological assessment and intervention and research a topic you love? If you answered yes, then the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) could be your next step. The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited fourth-year program. The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) course is design

Official
Duration
1 years
Online
Qualification
Bachelor Honours Degree
AQF 8
Campus
Casuarina
NT · +2 more campuses
Course code
CRICOS 107550C
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Course overview

Are you a high-achieving psychology student, who wants to distinguish yourself from other graduates, advance your knowledge of psychological assessment and intervention and research a topic you love? If you answered yes, then the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) could be your next step. The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited fourth-year program. The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) course is designed to equip you with an in-depth understanding of the application of psychological theories to practice and advance your capacity to design, conduct, interpret, and communicate impactful research. Our program also provides students with in-demand interdisciplinary skills that are highly valued by employers in human-centred professions and to help people achieve their full potential. We understand the need for flexible study options, and our course is offered with full-time or part-time options and can be completed online. We actively encourage applications from First Nations Australians who have completed an APAC accredited three-year undergraduate sequence in Psychology. We understand that undertaking further study can involve a significant financial challenge and we encourage First Nations applicants who have a passion for and commitment to the study of Psychology to contact the Faculty of Health in relation to seeking opportunities for financial support while studying. Students in our Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) course will have a range of opportunities to learn, grow and develop during their studies, including: Support from passionate, dedicated academic supervisors who will help to build your research skills and capabilities, with helpful advice and guidance for those interested in pursuing a Higher Degree by Research (e. g. PhD) and academic career pathway Completing evidenced-based units taught by academic and clinical experts to help you develop the foundations for future professional practice and career Conducting independent research in an area of psychology (or other related discipline) that is of interest to you and aligns with our areas of focus Developing experience in how psychological science is disseminated, including the process of publishing your research findings in high-impact scientific journals Accessing state-of-the-art technology and facilities, including CDU's Wellness Centre within the Faculty of Health "Health Hub. ".

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

Successful completion of the following:; An APAC accredited three-year undergraduate psychology sequence or the CDU Bachelor of Psychological Science degree.; A GPA of at least 5. 0.; And, credit in units equivalent to PSY247/PSY248 Research Design and Analysis and PSY347/PSY337 Advanced Research Design and Analysis. If you undertook equivalent units at an institution other than CDU, you will be required to attach your unit outlines to your application.; Applicants who have completed CDU's WPSYG1 Bachelor of Psychological Science (Graduate Entry) plus a three-year bachelor degree are also eligible for entry.; Alternative assessment provisions are available for First Nations Australians who have completed an APAC accredited three-year undergraduate sequence in Psychology.

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • TOEFL iBTOverall 60L 18 · R 18 · W 18 · S 18
  • PTE AcademicOverall 50L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
  • Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
  • Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    Successful completion of the following:; An APAC accredited three-year undergraduate psychology sequence or the CDU Bachelor of Psychological Science degree.; A GPA of at least 5. 0.; And, credit in units equivalent to PSY247/PSY248 Research Design and Analysis and PSY347/PSY337 Advanced Research Design and Analysis. If you undertook equivalent units at an institution other than CDU, you will be required to attach your unit outlines to your application.; Applicants who have completed CDU's WPSYG1 Bachelor of Psychological Science (Graduate Entry) plus a three-year bachelor degree are also eligible for entry.; Alternative assessment provisions are available for First Nations Australians who have completed an APAC accredited three-year undergraduate sequence in Psychology.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

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2027 · Rolling intake———$30,192per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • Casuarina Campus

    Primary

    1 Ellengowan Dr, CASUARINA, NT

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  • CDU Online

    NT

  • Casuarina

    Ellengowan Drive, CASUARINA, NT, 810, CASUARINA, NT

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Bachelor of Psychological Science Honourscdu.edu.au
  2. Charles Darwin Universitycdu.edu.au
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. International Course Guide 2026Official source
  5. International entry requirementsOfficial source
  6. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source

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Bachelor of Psychological Science Honours at Charles Darwin University: Fees & Entry Requirements