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What makes people do the things they do? How does the mind work? How can you help others to lead their best lives?
Psychology at Western can help you find the answers. Western ranks among the world’s top universities for Psychology. Offers you access to state-of- the-art facilities, local and international work placements, and the most respected experts in the field.
Study options
FULL TIME
1 year
PART TIME
2 years
Start times
Autumn
March
(2024)
Available campuses
Parramatta South
- PROGRAM CODE
- 1905
- CRICOS CODE
- 107232F
Penrith
- PROGRAM CODE
- 1905
- CRICOS CODE
- 107232F
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At Western, we care how you do in all aspects of your life. We believe your future is unlimited and together the possibilities are endless.
As the uni named number one in the world two years in a row – 2022 and 2023 for our social, economic and environmental impact in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, apply today to discover your unlimited potential and start at Western in 2024.
Make sense of who we are
Psychology at Western combines evidence-based biological, cognitive, neurological, social, developmental, and personality theory with statistical expertise and practical experience.
Learn how to make sense of the world. Be prepared to shape your unlimited future.
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited Honours fourth year for any prospective candidate who has completed an accredited three-year undergraduate Psychology program at Western Sydney University in the last 10 years.
Learn from the best
Western has been ranked in the Top 200 universities in the world for Psychology in the 2023QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Program structure
Our program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.
Fees and delivery
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected. View available subjects in our handbook.
For further information on University fees, please visit Fees and University Costs.
Delivery: On campus
Fees: AUD $31,416*
Delivery: On campus
Start your unlimited journey today.
The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is an APAC-accredited Honours fourth year for any prospective candidate who has completed (or is currently completing) an accredited three-year undergraduate Psychology program at Western Sydney University in the last 10 years. Undergraduate degrees are as follows:
This degree is not open to applicants who completed their accredited psychology degree at an institution other than Western Sydney University. In addition, students must have obtained an Average Admission Mark of 70+ in the Western Sydney University grading system in Level 2 and 3 subjects with a majority of Credit or higher grades in Level 2 and 3 psychology subjects.
Entry into this Honours program is restricted by supervisory capacity. Limited places are available in this program and meeting the admission criteria does not guarantee entry. Eligible students are selected in order of merit based on their Average Admission Mark in Level 2 and 3 subjects. There is no provision for deferring an offer of a place.
Your career
This degree opens you up to psychology or research positions in:
- Clinical, industrial and organisational psychology
- Disability services
- Psychology and the law
- The media
- Community psychology
- Forensic psychology
Your career
Psychologist (with further study)
Psychologists investigate, assess and provide treatment and counselling to foster optimal personal, social, educational and occupational adjustment and development.
Counsellor
Counsellors provide assistance to people struggling with emotional issues and offer advice and guidance. They may specialise in particular areas, such as health and grief management.
Researcher
Research involves compiling data, analysing trends and noting observations in the area of psychology. This work is recorded in reports that are used to assist with the development of that field.
Organisational Psychologist
Organisational Psychologists apply psychological principles and techniques to study occupational behaviour, working conditions and organisational structure, and solve problems of work performance and organisational design.
Educational Psychologist
Educational Psychologists investigate learning and teaching, and develops psychological techniques to foster the development and skills of individuals and groups in educational settings.
Sports Psychologist
Sport Psychologists work to maximise individual and team performance through the use of tailored mental skills. They provide psychological assessment, performance enhancement programs and counselling for athletes and other clients..
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Further study options
*The tuition fees quoted above are the fees for the normal full-time study load of the program (80 credit points) per annum. International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year. Students who extend their program past the normal finish date of the program will be required to pay additional fees based on the prevailing fee level. Western Sydney University is a multi-campus institution. The University reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary. Students should be aware of the possibility of change of location for the whole or part of programs for which they enrol and should plan for the need to travel between Western Sydney campuses.
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