Study the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)

Study Behavioural Science (Psychology) at Flinders

Understand how people think, feel and act.

Combine a psychology major with a second major in a range of disciplines concerned with human behaviour and development. With excellent facilities including up to 20 research laboratories, and unique placement opportunities, you will graduate for work in a variety of settings or continue on with further study.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2022 selection rank

70.00

Guaranteed selection rank

80.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

214051

Delivery mode

On campus:

– Bedford Park

Online: No.

Duration

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

Annual indicative fee

2022: $12,196

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Behavioural Science (Psychology) at Flinders

Connect study of human behaviour with topics such as biology, criminology, health, disability, management, philosophy and artificial intelligence
Complete a major sequence in psychology along with an elected major in the behavioural sciences
Gain essential knowledge and skills required for further study to practise as a registered psychologist
Study core areas such as child development, ageing, emotions, interpersonal relationships, mental health, and human learning and memory
Fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council

Your career

The degree prepares you for a wide range of careers including youth work, advertising, marketing, policy and research, consumer research, industrial relations, human resources, program coordination and welfare. 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:

community rehabilitation worker
disability employment consultant
graduate HR consultant
research assistant
transition worker.

Potential employers include:

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

Professional accreditation/recognition

This degree is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

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What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:

core topics in psychology and research methods
introductory topics towards your second major
a selection of elective topics.

Second year

A typical second year may include:

core topics in research methods, personality and social psychology, cognition and learning, human development, and psychological assessment and measurement
intermediate topics towards your second major
a selection of elective topics.

Third year

A typical third year may include:

core topics in research methods and applications of psychological science
a selection of psychology topics including introduction to clinical psychology; advanced social psychology; applied cognitive psychology; lifespan development in cultural perspective; mind, brain and behaviour; and forensic psychology – legal and clinical
advanced topics towards your second major.

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Practical experience

Gain comprehensive knowledge of the field and develop vital professional skills in effective communication and problem-solving.

Study abroad

A police check may be required to complete work placements.

Innovation and
enterprise topics

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for changes in the global job market.

These innovation and enterprise electives prepare you for the careers of tomorrow by developing what we like to call ‘personal enterprise skills’ – the innate ability to adapt to whatever life throws at you, professionally and personally.

Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree.

Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice/Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)

Combining the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) with law prepares you for occupations where law and psychology interact. You will develop an understanding of human behaviour, motivation, relationships, communication and cognitive processes. Better understand the actions of clients, judges, jurors and the changes to law, which will help you develop a stronger and more effective argument for your legal cases, and explore a social justice perspective for understanding human behaviour. This combined program provides an accredited professional qualification in both law and psychology.

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)/Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour)

Through the study of both human and animal behaviour, you will learn how we learn, think and interact with others, what motivates our actions, and the role that personality plays in behaviour. This combination offers a unique journey of discovery about the similarities between human and animal social organisation, and individual strategy and decision-making. You will analyse predator-prey behaviour and understand the role human and animal behaviour plays in our welfare, survival and evolution. This combined degree meets the accreditation requirements of the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

Other combined degree options

Expand your career options by combining this degree with one of the following:

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Inherent requirements for undergraduate psychology courses

Flinders University and the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work (CEPSW) strongly support the right of all people to pursue an undergraduate psychology course.

Inherent requirements are the essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the abilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of the course or unit, while preserving the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment and accreditation processes. The inherent requirements are the abilities, knowledge and skills needed to complete the course that must be met by all students.

Inherent requirements

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, other Flinders degrees you might want to include in your list are:

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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Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)

Study Behavioural Science (Psychology) at Flinders

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