Bachelor of Psychological Science (Advanced)

The University of Newcastle's Bachelor of Psychological Science (Advanced) is for those who are interested in using science to understand how people think, feel and behave. This degree is for those that are inspired to build new knowledge and discover new things using a variety of scientific methods.

This degree will not only help you deepen your understanding of theoretical methodologies - but with opportunities to participate in work integrated and project based learning, you'll develop valuable connections with industry and other professionals to improve employment outcomes when you graduate. This fascinating and evolving field will prepare you to work in a broad range of industries where you can positively impact the lives of others.

The Bachelor of Psychological Science covers a wide range of subject areas. In your first year you will examine the influences on behaviour and personality plus the mechanisms of behaviour such as emotions, perception, learning and memory. Second year expands on these topics to include areas of the biological basis of behaviour, while in third year you will study core topics in more depth.

Throughout the degree you will learn about:

Professionals in the field of psychology work in a large range of areas. Some typical roles include:

• Careers Counsellor
• Case Manager
• Case Worker
• Juvenile Justice Officer
• Market Researcher
• Mediator
• Practicing Psychologist (with further study)

After successful completion of this degree, graduates can:

• Work with the law, police services and in correctional services
• Undertake further study

If you want to practice as a Clinical Psychologist, you will need to complete the Honours year followed by additional postgraduate study in either:

• Master of Clinical Psychology
• Master of Professional Psychology