Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)/BSc (Honours) - Psychology in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University

The Australian National University | Canberra Australia
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Qualification
Dual Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 50,760
(c. USD35,795.95)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Psychology Honours program is designed for students who have completed an APAC-accredited undergraduate psychology sequence and wish to pursue independent psychological research. Typically completed full-time over two semesters, this specialization offers research training, advanced exploration of contemporary psychological concepts, and a significant research project leading to a thesis. Honours provides essential research skills that serve as a springboard for diverse career paths, including clinical psychology.

Learning Outcomes
Design and conduct sustained, independent research on a selected topic to contribute new knowledge to psychology.
Critically assess relevant psychological theories, concepts, and practices, connecting them to appropriate research methods and evidence to form valid conclusions.
Evaluate and interpret original psychological research data using suitable statistical or analytical methods when applicable.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary senior secondary post-secondarytertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application.
ATAR - 98.
International Baccalaureate - 40.
Admission to the Bachelor of Philosophy Honours Bachelor of Science Honours also requires successful assessment of suitability based on responses included in the PhB Supplementary Form and in two referee reports provided in support of your application The supplementary form and referee reports must be submitted by the relevant closing date for your application of admission to the Bachelor of Philosophy Honours Bachelor of Science Honours degree at ANU.
IELTS - Overall score - 6.5, Reading - 6.0, Writing - 6.0, Listening - 6.0, Speaking - 6.0.
TOEFL IBT - Overall score - 80, Reading - 20, Writing - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 18.

Tuition AUD 50,760

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