Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours

Study Area

Health,Medicine and Pharmacy

Study Level

Undergraduate

University

La Trobe University

State

VIC

Course Detail

Campus

Melbourne

Intake Time

March

Standard Duration

1 Year

About the Course

Build on your successes in the Bachelor of Psychological Science by completing Honours to enhance essential employability skills or take your first step to a career in research, academia and beyond. You'll gain a deeper understanding of research theory, design and practice principles introduced in your undergraduate degree. You'll study advanced theory in psychology and take part in a tailored psychology research methodology seminar. To apply your research knowledge and skills, you'll undertake an original research project under the supervision of expert staff from La Trobe's School of Psychology and Public Health to produce evidence-based solutions to current issues in psychology. By graduating with Honours, you'll not only gain an edge in an increasingly competitive job market, you'll also have the opportunity to advance to further coursework or research at Master's level or, for high achievers, direct entry into a PhD.

Requirements

Average Score

At least 70%

IELTS

6.5 (6.0)

Background Requirements

YES

La Trobe University

Institute Ranking

#398 in QS World University Rankings 2021, #21 in Australia

Program Ranking