Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is a dynamic program that will give you a deep understanding of human behaviour, cognition, and mental health, preparing you to make a meaningful impact in a variety of fields.
Throughout your studies, you’ll explore the science behind why we think and act the way we do, with a focus on areas such as decision-making, the brain, and mental health. In your fourth year, you’ll conduct an exciting major research project, guided by one of our expert supervisors, allowing you to dive into a topic of your choice and contribute to new knowledge in psychology.
Upon completion, you’ll be ready to pursue the Master of Psychology or jump straight into the workforce. The degree is fully accredited and meets the requirements for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, putting you on the path to becoming a registered psychologist.
Psychologists work in fields like healthcare, business, education, sports, and marketing. Your psychology skills can drive change, improve strategies, and influence campaigns, making a significant impact.
At UNSW, you'll have access to cutting-edge facilities, including advanced behavioural neuroscience and cognitive testing labs, where you can design your own research and analyse data. You'll also join a supportive community, with programs like the Psychology Peer Mentoring Program to guide your transition to university and the UNSW Psychology Society (PsychSoc) offering academic, social, and career support.
Bachelor of Psychological Science
The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides you with a strong foundation as you apply psychological principles alongside a complementary major expanding your career opportunities.
This degree provides a comprehensive understanding of human behaviour and mental processes, covering topics like cognitive and decision-making processes, mental health, and various areas of psychology including biological, abnormal, cognitive, forensic, developmental, and social psychology. You'll also develop key communication skills and learn to apply psychological principles to real-world issues, from personal to global.
The flexibility of combining your psychology degree with a complementary major, such as marketing, human resource management, criminology, linguistics, philosophy, vision science, or neuroscience allows you to tailor your education to your career goals and prospects.
Psychologists today work in diverse and impactful areas—health, business, education, sports, marketing, and more. Your skills in psychology could help drive change, shape organizational strategies, or even influence marketing campaigns, empowering you to make a real difference in the world.
Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), the Bachelor of Psychological Science is your first step toward becoming a registered psychologist on the six-year pathway to professional accreditation.
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)
The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is a one-year program and is the ideal next step toward becoming a registered psychologist or pursuing further studies.
The Honours program offers the opportunity to conduct a major research project in fields like psychopathology, behavioural neuroscience, cognitive science, forensic psychology, and social, personality, and developmental psychology, while developing a thesis with guidance from expert supervisors to gain valuable experience for further study or professional practice.
In addition to your research, you’ll complete advanced coursework in key areas such as the history of psychology, professional ethics, evidence-based practice, and contemporary issues in the field. This comprehensive education forms a strong foundation for pursuing a Master of Psychology or continuing your academic journey with a master’s by research or PhD.
As an accredited Level 2 program by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) satisfies the minimum requirement for provisional registration as a psychologist. It is also a highly competitive and professional qualification, providing recognition and opening doors to a wide range of career opportunities.
Please note that this program is a full-time commitment and cannot be completed part-time.
Throughout your studies, you’ll explore the science behind why we think and act the way we do, with a focus on areas such as decision-making, the brain, and mental health. In your fourth year, you’ll conduct an exciting major research project, guided by one of our expert supervisors, allowing you to dive into a topic of your choice and contribute to new knowledge in psychology.
Upon completion, you’ll be ready to pursue the Master of Psychology or jump straight into the workforce. The degree is fully accredited and meets the requirements for provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, putting you on the path to becoming a registered psychologist.
Psychologists work in fields like healthcare, business, education, sports, and marketing. Your psychology skills can drive change, improve strategies, and influence campaigns, making a significant impact.
At UNSW, you'll have access to cutting-edge facilities, including advanced behavioural neuroscience and cognitive testing labs, where you can design your own research and analyse data. You'll also join a supportive community, with programs like the Psychology Peer Mentoring Program to guide your transition to university and the UNSW Psychology Society (PsychSoc) offering academic, social, and career support.
Bachelor of Psychological Science
The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides you with a strong foundation as you apply psychological principles alongside a complementary major expanding your career opportunities.
This degree provides a comprehensive understanding of human behaviour and mental processes, covering topics like cognitive and decision-making processes, mental health, and various areas of psychology including biological, abnormal, cognitive, forensic, developmental, and social psychology. You'll also develop key communication skills and learn to apply psychological principles to real-world issues, from personal to global.
The flexibility of combining your psychology degree with a complementary major, such as marketing, human resource management, criminology, linguistics, philosophy, vision science, or neuroscience allows you to tailor your education to your career goals and prospects.
Psychologists today work in diverse and impactful areas—health, business, education, sports, marketing, and more. Your skills in psychology could help drive change, shape organizational strategies, or even influence marketing campaigns, empowering you to make a real difference in the world.
Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), the Bachelor of Psychological Science is your first step toward becoming a registered psychologist on the six-year pathway to professional accreditation.
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)
The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is a one-year program and is the ideal next step toward becoming a registered psychologist or pursuing further studies.
The Honours program offers the opportunity to conduct a major research project in fields like psychopathology, behavioural neuroscience, cognitive science, forensic psychology, and social, personality, and developmental psychology, while developing a thesis with guidance from expert supervisors to gain valuable experience for further study or professional practice.
In addition to your research, you’ll complete advanced coursework in key areas such as the history of psychology, professional ethics, evidence-based practice, and contemporary issues in the field. This comprehensive education forms a strong foundation for pursuing a Master of Psychology or continuing your academic journey with a master’s by research or PhD.
As an accredited Level 2 program by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) satisfies the minimum requirement for provisional registration as a psychologist. It is also a highly competitive and professional qualification, providing recognition and opening doors to a wide range of career opportunities.
Please note that this program is a full-time commitment and cannot be completed part-time.