Bachelor of Psychological and Social Sciences

Are you intrigued by what makes people’s minds tick? Take the first step to understanding human behaviour with our online Psychological and Social Sciences.

Learn skills fundamental to the theory and practice of psychology including replacing assumptions and popular myths with evidence-based approaches.

This fully APAC-accredited online degree is a foundation for psychology and behavioural studies. It will give you a thorough scientific understanding of psychology, and the specialist theoretical and research skills you will need to move into further studies. It displaces assumptions, misconceptions or popular opinions and installs evidence-based knowledge. What drives us? What stifles us? Psychology aims to make sense of who we really are.

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Start Date

Feb, May, Sep

Qualification

Undergraduate

Duration

3 years full time  or part time equivalent

Subjects

24

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Entry Criteria

Entry criteria

There are many ways you can gain entry into a degree through Western Sydney University Online. We accept any one of the following, provided you meet the minimum requirements relating to that criteria:

  • Cert IV, in any field
  • Completion or partial completion of tertiary study
  • Work experience, in any industry (assessed on a case by case basis)
  • Completion of Year 12 HSC (or equivalent), with a minimum required ATAR
  • Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC)
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

Western Sydney University’s Inherent Requirements

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What you will learn

You will cover the following topics in the Bachelor Psychological and Social Sciences.
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Human Behaviour

Gain an introduction to the scientific techniques and methods used to understand the causes of behaviour.

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Cognitive processes

Study contemporary theories behind the mental processes that underpin attention, perception, learning and memory.

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Experimental Design and Analysis

Learn about research design and how to effectively communicate research findings.

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Developmental Psychology

Learn the concepts of motivation and emotion, which are central to many aspects of psychology.

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Course Subjects

You can study full time, part time, or at an accelerated pace and adjust your study load every teaching period, depending what is happening in your life at the time. Choose between one and four subjects every teaching period, factoring in approximately ten hours of study per week and unit.

Common core Social Science subjects.

People, Place and Social Difference

The Individual in Society

Understanding Society

Working with Communities
Core Psychology subjects.

Psychology: Human Behaviour

Psychology: Behavioural Science

Brain and Behaviour

Experimental Design and Analysis

Human Learning

Perception

Personality
Core Psychology subjects.

Abnormal Psychology

Advanced Research Methods

Cognitive Processes

Developmental Psychology

Motivation and Emotion

Social Psychology

Introduction to Research Methods
Social Science minor.
Complete one or two minors consisting of four subjects within the social science discipline. You can choose your subjects from the areas of Criminology and Criminal Justice as well as Child and Community.
Electives.
If you only choose to complete one minor, you can add four electives to your studies.

Elective units

Support

We are here to support you when you need it. Our dedicated support team are available over the phone or online seven days a week to answer all your questions. From technical support through to academic questions, we have the tools and people to make your study journey achievable and enjoyable.

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Career Opportunities

To become a registered psychologist, you need to successfully complete an undergraduate course accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and an accredited fourth year, followed by two years of accredited postgraduate study or supervised practice in Psychology (or a mixture of a fifth year of psychology plus 1 year of supervised practice). The Bachelor of Psychological and Social Sciences Online course has received full accreditation by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).

Counselling Supporter

Provide guidance and support on personal or psychological problems.

Counsellor

Provide assistance to people struggling with emotional issues and offer advice and guidance.

Human Resource Management

Coordinate the recruitment and administrative functions of a business.

Researcher

Coordinate projects to analyse trends and observations in the area of psychology.

Learning at Western Sydney University Online

A highly ranked degree

Our Bachelor of Psychological and Social Sciences is a degree from a university ranked among the top 2% in the world.

Your online community

At Western Sydney University Online, you will join an online community of social science enthusiasts. Taught by specially trained online coaches, this degree has been designed to help you take the next step in your career.

Learning that suits you

Our flexible approach to learning means you can log on and learn any time that suits you. When you study psychology online with us, you will be the master of your own schedule in an innovative online classroom.