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Would you like to delve deeper into the factors influencing human behavior? UNE's Bachelor of Psychological Science offers comprehensive training in the scientific analysis of human behavior, along with hands-on research and analytical experience. This flexible three-year accredited program, available online or on-campus, provides a well-rounded education centered on psychology. In addition to completing a required minor in Psychological Health and Wellbeing, you can select electives from any UNE unit. Specialize further with a Counseling major or Criminology minor, equipping yourself with adaptable workplace skills and preparing for advanced psychology studies. What makes UNE's Bachelor of Psychological Science stand out? Psychology examines human behavior—our traits, social interactions, brain functions, and the interplay between biology and experience in shaping typical and atypical behaviors. This degree delivers a solid foundation in core psychological principles while fostering versatile skills to navigate evolving workplace demands. Progress through increasingly specialized psychology topics, covering areas like psychological history, motivation, emotion, social psychology, cognition, language, and biological influences on behavior. The program fulfills accreditation requirements, enabling progression to fourth-year psychology courses like the Bachelor of Psychology with Honours for aspiring psychologists. As Australia's longest-standing regional university and a leader in distance education, UNE consistently earns 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia:
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
This course is offered under two admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule A: You have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in any discipline.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study).
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.