BA - Psychological Science in Hobart Australia | University of Tasmania

The Bachelor of Arts offers unparalleled flexibility in higher education. With more than twenty specialized majors, you can tailor your studies by choosing core subjects and complementary electives. Our students possess an innate curiosity about life's profound questions, relish intellectual exploration, and pursue continuous learning. At the University of Tasmania, you'll join a scholarly community passionate about our academic disciplines. Psychology graduates enjoy diverse career paths extending beyond traditional counseling roles. Our alumni have secured positions in human resources, defense organizations, healthcare institutions, legal services, and various other sectors. Our research spans remarkable breadth - from Antarctic expeditions to remote Australian communities; from child language acquisition to behavioral impacts of gaming. We collaborate with health departments, law enforcement agencies, and individuals affected by neurological conditions, addiction, or mental health challenges. UTAS psychology students gain practical experience addressing societal issues across urban, regional, and international contexts.

Aspiring psychologists must complete an APAC-accredited undergraduate pathway (12 units), comprising the Psychological Science major (8 core units) plus 4 designated psychology electives, to qualify for fourth-year and postgraduate studies. This accredited sequence is available through multiple degrees: Bachelor of Psychological Science (53F), Bachelor of Arts (A3A), Bachelor of Science (P3O), and the combined Bachelor of Psychological Science and Bachelor of Laws (63Y), all meeting Australian Psychology Accreditation Council standards.