Study the Bachelor of Arts (Psychological Science Pathway)

Study Psychological Science at Flinders

Arts could be your pathway to a psychology qualification.

This one year pathway is designed for students who want to gain entry into the Bachelor of Psychological Science.

Students who successfully complete all topics in this pathway program and achieve an overall Credit average or above will transfer into the Bachelor Psychological Science.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2018 selection rank

60.60

Guaranteed selection rank

70.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available: Yes

SATAC code

234161

Delivery mode

On campus:

– Bedford Park

Online: No

Duration

1 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2018: $7,192

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Psychological Science at Flinders

Successfully transfer to the Bachelor of Psychological Science and:

complete a nationally accredited major sequence in psychology
combine psychology with an area that suits your interests and career goals
learn from internationally renowned researchers on core topics like brain function, autism, trauma, social justice, sleep disorders, and learning and memory
gain essential knowledge and skills required for further study to practise as a registered psychologist
gain skills and knowledge for other professions where psychology is beneficial.

Your career

To register as a practising psychologist in Australia, you must complete an honours program in psychology and either two further years of supervised experience, or an approved qualification such as a Master of Psychology (Clinical).

Potential occupations include:

graduate resource worker
youth worker
employment consultant
graduate market researcher
human resources consultant.

Potential employers include:

community health providers
consulting firms
government agencies
hospitals
market research companies
research centres
rehabilitation facilities.

Professional accreditation/recognition

Student who successfully transfer into the Bachelor of Psychological Science will undertake a degree that is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

What you will study

This pathway program offers students the opportunity to study three psychology topics and alongside these, students will study Bachelor of Arts topics.

Students will learn the skills and knowledge required to embark upon a career in psychological science which are also highly valued in a wide range of occupations.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements.

(See fast facts at top of the page)

Consider the admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

At Flinders we recognise that every future student is an individual and that what works for one might not be right for another.

That’s why we provide various entry pathways into Flinders University and your preferred course.

Find the entry path that’s right for you.

Explore our pathways

How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through academic pathways programs provided by the Flinders International Study Centre.

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

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For all course enquiries phone or email us or complete the course enquiry form.

1300 354 633

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Bachelor of Arts (Psychological Science Pathway)

Study Psychological Science at Flinders

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Your career

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Professional accreditation/recognition

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