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Bachelor of Science
Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Science |
Abbreviation: | BSc |
UOW Course Code: | 333 |
CRICOS Code: | 078319K |
Total Credit Points: | 144* |
Duration: | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Social Sciences |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn, Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong / 757651 |
Additional Information: |
* This is a minimum figure and may vary if the double major is selected.
Overview
The Bachelor of Science offers students the opportunity to study in the field of Psychology.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Bachelor of Science will be able to:
- Demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge of core topics in the discipline of psychology, their applications, and ethical behaviour in research and professional contexts.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of research methods, including an evaluation of the characteristics of the science of psychology/scientific method.
- Demonstrate an ability to apply research methods to address psychological questions related to behaviour and mental processes.
- Write standard research reports and orally present information in various formats.
- Exhibit a capacity for independent learning to sustain personal and professional development in the changing world of the science and practice of psychology.
- Apply critical thinking skills and knowledge of scientific method to evaluate claims regarding psychological phenomena.
- Use information in an ethical manner and apply knowledge of ethical and legislative requirements to determine appropriate ethical conduct in a range of contexts.
- Examine scientific methods and knowledge that complement an appreciation of psychology as a scientific discipline.
Course Structure
The Bachelor of Science (Psychology) requires the successful completion of at least 144 credit points of subjects in accordance with the table set out under each major.
English Language and Linguistics Elective Subjects
A number of English Language and Linguistic (ELL) subjects are offered in both Autumn and Spring sessions for both English-Speaking Background students and Non-English Speaking Background students.
Majors
Minor
- Psychology
A minor in Psychology will consist of at least five subjects to the value of 30 credit points as outlined below:
| SUBJECT CODE | SUBJECT NAME | CREDIT POINTS | SESSION(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC121 | Foundations of Psychology A | 6 | Autumn |
| PSYC122 | Foundations of Psychology B | 6 | Spring |
| PSYC123 | Research Methods and Statistics | 6 | Spring |
| Select TWO subjects from the following FIVE subjects: | |||
| PSYC231 | Personality | 6 | Spring |
| PSYC234 | Biological Psychology and Learning | 6 | Autumn |
| PSYC236 | Cognition and Perception | 6 | Spring |
| PSYC241 | Developmental and Social Psychology | 6 | Spring |
| PSYC251 | Psychology of Abnormality | 6 | Autumn |
Subjects in the minor may not be cross counted towards any other minor or major study.
Honours
The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) as the fourth year of study required for provisional registration as a professional psychologist.
If you wish to be eligible to apply for the honours year you must have completed:
- The Bachelor of Science with a major in Psychology;
- PSYC251 Psychology of Abnormality, PSYC348 History and Metatheory of Psychology, and PSYC354 Design and Analysis; and
- At least 76 credit points of Psychology subjects at 200- and 300- levels.
Further information on the entry requirements is available from the Psychology website.
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: ssc@uow.edu.au