Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Commerce
Course information for - 2023 entry
Offered at 2 locations
- Study mode
- Attendance
- Duration
- 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
- CRICOS Code
- 098380F
- IELTS
- 7.0 minimum overall score (with a minimum score of 7.0 in all bands)
- Fees (first year)*
- $28152
- Start dates
- February 2024, February 2025
Overview
ACU's undergraduate psychology programs help students to acquire knowledge, assimilate conceptual understandings and develop skills of application that are valuable to the enhancement of human functioning in a broad range of professional settings. Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychological Science will complete a sequence in psychology that is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). This sequence will ensure graduates acquire an advanced understanding of human behaviour, as well as highly regarded employability skills.
This learning helps to prepare all students for optional further postgraduate study which may lead to registration as a professional psychologist.
The Bachelor of Commerce provides excellent grounding in many areas of business as well as detailed knowledge and skills in your selected major – human resource management, management or marketing. Our graduates understand the ethical, social, political and economic contexts that guide decision-making. The Bachelor of Commerce will not only help you launch your business career but also prepare you for future managerial positions.
Professional experience
Students will undertake 100 hours community engagement when they undertake the unit PSYC310 Psychological Services Experience during the third year of their course.
Professional recognition
This course is currently accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Please note that a minimum six-year sequence of education and training in psychology is required for an individual to become eligible for general registration as a psychologist in Australia.
Careers
Completing a Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Commerce is excellent preparation for pursuing a career in areas such as:
- counselling
- child welfare and development
- community work
- education
- health
- human resources
- marketing and market research
- fourth year study in psychology to pursue a career in psychology
- business management
- policy administration
- business regulation
- advertising and marketing communication
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Commerce, a student must complete 320 credit points (cp).
Sample program map
| Year - Study period | Unit 1 | Unit 2 | Unit 3 | Unit 4 | Unit 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 - Semester 1 | PSYC108 Psychological Practice: Theory and Techniques | PSYC100 Foundations of Psychology | BUSN112 Managing Markets | BUSN104 Money Matters | |
| Year 1 - Semester 2 | PSYC101 Applications of Psychology | PSYC104 Research Design and Statistics I | BUSN113 Managing People and Organisations | Core Curriculum 100 level unit: Either UNCC100 Self and Community: Exploring the Anatomy of Modern Society or PHCC102 Being Human or PHCC104 Ethics and the Good Life | |
| Year 2 - Semester 1 | PSYC200 Life Span Development | PSYC206 Research Design and Statistics II | HRMG200 Applied Human Resource Management | ITEC100 Information Technology in Action | |
Year 2 - Semester 2 | PSYC214 Learning and Behaviour | PSYC212 Abnormal Psychology | HRMG213 Sustainable Staffing and Remuneration | Business Elective | |
| Year 3 - Semester 1 | PSYC213 Individual Differences | PSYC311 Research Design and Statistics III | HRMG204 Organisational Behaviour | HRMG201 Strategic Human Resource Development | |
| Year 3 - Semester 2 | Psychology Elective | PSYC310 Psychological Services Experience Community engagement | HRMG308 Strategic HRM: Metrics and Analytics | HRMG302 Employment Relations and Legal Frameworks data-versionlabel=2 > | |
| Year 4 - Semester 1 | PSYC314 Psychological Assessment | PSYC315 Brain and Behaviour | MGMT310 Organisational Change for Sustainability | HRMG305 Sustainable Human Resource Management and Stakeholders | |
| Year 4 - Semester 2 | PSYC307 Cognitive Psychology | PSYC313 Social Psychology | BIPX301 Professional Experience | Core Curriculum 300 level unit: Either UNCC300 Justice and Change in a Global World or PHCC320 The Just Society |
This is a sample program only and units will vary depending on your campus and mode of study. Please refer to the handbook for the prerequisite units and the current listing.
* Campus availability - students will undertake psychology units at the Strathfield Campus and business units across both Strathfield and North Sydney campuses depending on availability and chosen major.
** Program map will vary depending on the chosen major. Note: Not all majors and minors will be available on all campuses.
AQF framework
Entry requirements
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English language requirements
Applicants require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 7.0 (with a minimum score of 7.0 in all bands), or an equivalent acceptable test score as outlined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy (Schedule 3).
Adjustment factors
If you’re currently completing Year 12 you may be eligible for adjustment factors that can boost your rank and help you get into your desired course.
Adjustment factors may be applied to your TAC application if you study particular subjects, attend schools geographically close to our campuses or in certain regional areas, apply as an elite athlete or performer or meet certain other criteria.
Inherent requirement
There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of that course or unit. You will need to be able to meet these inherent requirements to complete your course.
Learn more about inherent requirements for your course and how they affect you
Pathways
Pathways into course for international applicants
If you don’t currently meet the direct entry requirements for admission to your chosen program, don’t worry. Our range of pathway programs can help you build the language proficiency, academic skills and confidence you need to succeed.
Find out more about English language programs
Further study
High-achieving graduates from this program may be eligible to apply for fourth year studies in psychology (honours degree in psychological science or Graduate Diploma in Psychology) or select from a range of postgraduate courses offered by the Faculty of Law and Business.
Fees
Course costs
- Unit fee: $3519
- Average first year fee: $28152
- Estimate total cost: $112608
The tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. The Unit Fee is based on a 10cp unit. Fees are reviewed annually.
Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.
Payment options
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
Scholarships
You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.
How to apply
International applicants
Deferment
Yes. See Defer your offer.
Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 33% of the program online.