Fast facts
| Course type: | Undergraduate degree |
| Course length (full-time equivalent): | 3 years |
Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR): | 70.00 |
| Location: | On campus |
| Professional Recognition/Membership: | The course is accredited by the Australian Psychological Society. For registration as a psychologist in South Australia, students must complete an Honours program in Psychology and either two years of supervised experience or an approved qualification such as the Master of Psychology. Full membership of the Australian Psychological Society requires an Honours degree in psychology and an accredited postgraduate qualification. |
Course overview
The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) is an innovative course developed to link psychology with other disciplines involved in the study of human behaviour and experience.
This degree will allow you to combine psychology with studies in another area of interest. Each of the 13 possible disciplines is concerned, at least in part, with the behaviour of people in different areas of human activity.
You will acquire a breadth of knowledge and a repertoire of skills that will make you an effective communicator and problem solver - both vital for careers working with people.
These include interpersonal and listening skills, teamwork, negotiating skills, behavioural analysis of problems and the evaluation of options, oral presentation, report writing, research techniques, data analysis, and computer applications.
What will I study?
Refer to the course rule.
What is Behavioural Science (Psychology)?
Psychology is the systematic study of behaviour. Psychologists are interested in how we learn, think and interact with others, what motivates our actions and the role of personality and individual differences in behaviour.
While psychology has played a central part in the development of knowledge about human behaviour, other disciplines have also played a significant role. Behavioural science includes the study of these wider disciplines.
Why study Behavioural Science (Psychology) at Flinders?
- Our School of Psychology is one of the most respected in its field in Australia. Our achievements in teaching and research have been formally recognised as outstanding in a number of internal and external reviews over the past decade.
- Our School's strengths are broadly located in the areas of:
- applied cognitive psychology
- clinical/health psychology
- development across the lifespan
- social psychology
- psychophysiology/neuroscience.
- Our concentration of internationally renowned researchers in fundamental areas of human cognition address issues as diverse as autism, brain function, decision making, eating disorders, eyewitness memory, human adaptation throughout the lifespan, social justice, trauma reactions and sleep disorders.
- We actively support the teaching of psychology in high schools by running workshops and seminars for students and teachers, a continuing education program for teachers, and free online learning tools.
Combined degree options
| Combine with | Duration |
| Bachelor of Arts | 4.5 years |
| Bachelor of Computer Science | 4.5 years |
| Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice | 5.5 years |
| Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Honours) | 5.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour) | 4 years |
Refer to Behavioural Science combined degrees for further information.
Career opportunities
What can I do with my Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) degree?
Study a language
Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of 1 extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.
Entry requirements
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Prerequisites: | None | Prerequisites: | None |
You can qualify for undergraduate courses through:
Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes. Refer to undergraduate study applications. | English language requirements | ||
Applications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| SATAC code: | 214051 | CRICOS code: | 023580G |
Mid-year entry: | Yes | Mid-year entry: | Yes |
| Apply through: | SATAC Uniweb | Apply through: | International Office |
Credit transfer
Refer to credit transfer for further information.
Annual fees
Place type | Domestic students | International students |
Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount  | $5,784 | N/A |
| Full fee paying | N/A | $20,900 |
Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?
Further study options
Graduates may decide to apply for the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Honours) which could lead to further study or training to become a registered psychologist. They are also eligible to apply for Honours in the pathway chosen from any of the program options.
Alternatively, graduates may continue to further study in areas such as education, social work, speech pathology, accounting and business administration.
Publications
Domestic students | International students | ||
| Psychology and Social Work (PDF 2MB) | eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus |
Contact
General domestic students information
Web: Prospective students
Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au
General international students information
Web: International students
Enquiries: Ask Flinders
