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University of Canberra

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Bachelor of Science in Psychology/ Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement)

  • Bachelor

Unlock yours and our top athletes' potential Combine the clinical psychological insights of an accredited psychology degree with the scientific health and human movement studies behind elite sports with UC's Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) double degree.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Course Code
SCHL01.2, 60

About this course

Unlock yours and our top athletes' potential

Combine the clinical psychological insights of an accredited psychology degree with the scientific health and human movement studies behind elite sports with UC's Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) double degree.

You'll develop a unique blend of skills from our expert teachers, including the delivery of clinically focused personalised support and the methods and applications used in the science of human movement - all while gaining a clear and critical understanding of psychology theories and research methods that can help you pursue a career as a professional psychologist.

If you're interested in health and how the mind and body interact and looking for hands-on work opportunities that will equip you to maximise athletic performance at the elite level, look no further. Register for this course today.

What you will learn

  • build your knowledge of the scientific basis and core topics of the discipline of psychology, including in the areas of psychopathology, cognition and perception
  • master the research methods used by psychologists and learn how to apply these to the design and conduct of scientific studies and analyse and interpret results and write clinical reports
  • enhance your ability to apply your knowledge in a critical way to problems related to human behaviour and mental processes
  • distinguish scientific evidence
  • be ready to maximise athletic performances at the elite level
  • develop the skills to become a sport psychologist
  • gain strong knowledge of the theory and practice of coaching.
  • increase your understanding and application of the values and professional ethics in sports development and psychological research along with those of related professional contexts.

Career pathways

A UC Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) degree opens doors in a range of sectors in the cutting-edge world of sports psychology and the education and health sectors, including:
  • clinical psychology
  • exercise physiology
  • sports administration
  • biomechanics
  • policy development
  • program co-ordination and welfare
  • coaching
  • rehabilitation
  • training and fitness instruction
  • aged care
  • research
  • health and physical education.

Credit for prior study or work

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at University of Canberra.
91.4%
Overall satisfaction
95.2%
Skill scale
72.1%
Teaching scale
72.5%
Employed full-time
$66.2k
Average salary