- ATAR 68.25
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- 4 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Ipswich
- Online
- Feb, May, Sep
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- AUD 9,312
- (Indicative annual fee)
Overview
- Help improve the mental health of others and gain a deep understanding of the ethical principles that inform psychological practice. Study UniSQ’s Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), developed specifically for those wanting to become practitioners.
- Explore various treatment regimens and learn how to effectively use your skills in assessment, counselling, evaluation and intervention to improve your clients’ psychological wellbeing.
- Benefit from the opportunity to participate in research opportunities that foster psychological expertise.
- Learn how to employ specific methodology to independently plan, implement, analyse, interpret and evaluate psychological tests, and know how to effectively communicate results to a wide audience.
Which Psychology degree is for me?
While not everyone who studies psychology will go on to be a psychologist, the coursework and training is highly relevant and useful to a range of career paths.
In every UniSQ Psychology degree you will study the same foundational psychology courses (12 units), so which degree is right for you will depend on your interests and career goals.
- Studying the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) has a greater focus on developing your professional portfolio through psychological-skills based courses. This degree is particularly beneficial if your primary focus is working with clients.
- If you study the Psychology major in Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts, you’ll have the opportunity to complement your psychology knowledge with another major or two minors. Perhaps Anthropology, Human Resource Management, Emergent Leadership, or Criminology and Criminal Justice?
- Within the Bachelor of Science (Psychology Extended), you will delve deeper into advanced theory and practice in psychological sciences, ending your degree with a two-unit capstone course, which will be research-focused or practitioner-focused (undertaking a work placement).
For full registration as a psychologist requires an Honours-year plus two years of supervised practice, or an Honours-year plus a Masters or Doctorate degree.
Wish I had done it sooner
It's been one of the best decisions I've ever made and I wish I had done it sooner. The ability to complete my degree entirely online, with learning that can be flexible around work and family commitments was what attracted me to UniSQ. Knowing I could study online, on campus, part-time, or full-time was also a real bonus.
Nicole - Psychology
Career outcomes
- This degree will allow you to work towards becoming a clinical or professional psychologist.
- Professional psychologists often find careers in occupational health and safety, change management, professional development, community consultation, and advocacy.
- Many graduates also end up working in roles that do not involve the title of psychologists. These include welfare officers, youth workers, support workers, and employment officers in areas such as child safety and corrective services.
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council as a four-year sequence of study. Graduates are eligible to apply for provisional registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. Those who complete the four-year Honours program are also eligible to go on to complete further studies at the masters level with the aim of registration as a clinical psychologist.
Graduates are also eligible to apply to the Australian Psychological Society for Associate membership.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), you must successfully complete 32 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Degree requirements
Practicum experience is an integral component of two recommended electives in this degree. If you select to enrol in these courses, you’ll undertake 100 hours of hands-on clinical experience in each placement course.
All students must be able to meet the physical and other professional requirements of practical placements within this degree.
Entry requirements
There are many ways to be considered for entry into a UniSQ degree based on your education, work experience and relevant personal attributes.
Select the highest level of education you have or will be completing to find the entry requirements that applies to you.
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
Please note
Admission into the fourth year of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is contingent upon students having completed the first three years as well as maintaining an average Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 in their psychology courses across levels 1 to 3.
This information applies if you’ve previously completed or started higher education study at university.
If you’ve done any study at UniSQ or another university, you may be eligible to apply based on your previous studies. We’ll use the best selection rank from your previous studies when assessing your application.
If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you can use your Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) awards of:
- certificate III
- certificate IV
- diploma or
- advanced diploma
to apply to study with UniSQ.
We will review your academic history to determine if you’re eligible for admission. We’ll convert your TAFE or VET qualification, past school results and any relevant work experience into a selection rank. This selection rank will determine which degrees you meet the entry requirements for.
If it’s been over two years since you completed secondary education and you haven’t pursued any vocational education training (VET) or higher education since, you’re still eligible to study at UniSQ.
You don't need to have an ATAR or come straight from high school to study at uni. Your work experience and other adjustment factors may help you meet UniSQ's entry requirements.
Let us help you navigate through our entry options – start a conversation, whenever suits you.
All applicants
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Explore the ATAR/selection rank of students offered a place in this degree in the first 2025 intake, based entirely or partly on their ATAR. To learn more about the backgrounds of students in this degree, access the QTAC website via the How to apply section.
Online
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 90.45
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 82.95
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 71.00
Ipswich
- Highest ATAR/selection rank - 99.95
- Median ATAR/selection rank - 76.55
- Lowest ATAR/selection rank - 68.30
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet these requirements throughout your studies.
All students must provide the following documents prior to commencing clinical placements:
- Blue Card or Working with Children Check (if unable to obtain: Australian Police Certificate)
- Resume (CV)
- Queensland Health Student Orientation Checklist
- Queensland Health Student Deed Poll
- Queensland Health iLearn Modules
- evidence of Hepatitis B immunisation.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
Placement courses may incur some additional costs, including uniform and equipment, transport to and from venues and, in some instances, living expenses, particularly for placements in rural and remote settings
Payment options
You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP is a government loan scheme that allows you to defer payment until your income reaches a certain threshold. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP.
You may also be eligible to receive financial support from Services Australia.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
You can apply to study at UniSQ via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Copy the QTAC code for the study location you've chosen for this degree.
- Click on the location you’ve chosen in the below table to take you to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website.
- Select 'Apply Now' to create a QTAC account.
| Location | QTAC Code |
|---|---|
| Online | 906805 |
| Ipswich | 936801 |
Some applicants may be eligible to apply directly to UniSQ if they meet certain criteria. Explore the application process that’s right for you.
You can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.
| Study period | Application closing date | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 10 February | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 26 May | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 3, 2025 | Monday 8 September | Monday 1 September | Monday 8 September |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 16 February | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
More information on application key dates is available.
There are several special admission schemes that use adjustment factors to boost your ATAR or selection rank with additional points, to improve your chances of getting into your preferred degree.
You may be eligible for these admission schemes based on:
- your background and personal circumstances
- where you live
- the subjects you studied at school.
You do not have to apply for these adjustments as they will be automatically applied by QTAC when your application is assessed.
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
The documentation you need to provide with your application depends on your qualifications.
If applying through QTAC, you will also need a Unique Student Identifier which is your individual education number for life.
Follow our easy instructions to discover further information on applying to study that’s right for you.
Depending on how you applied to study at UniSQ, the process to accept your offer will vary.
Offer to study at UniSQ from QTAC
- QTAC will send you an email if you have received an offer. To respond to your offer, log in to the QTAC application portal.
- Information regarding QTAC key dates for when offers will be made is available.
- Didn’t receive an offer? Don’t worry – you may just need to update your preferences.
Offer to study from UniSQ
- After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. You will be notified via email the outcome of your application within 10 business days.
- Follow the link in your email from UniSQ or log in to the application portal to accept your offer.
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Frequently asked questions
A career in psychology is a challenging yet rewarding career path with vast employment opportunities. Gain the skills and expertise required to support your future clients to lead healthier and happier lives.
UniSQ’s psychology honours will allow you to work towards becoming a clinical or professional psychologist and is a stepping stone to the Master of Clinical Psychology.
Professional psychologists often enjoy careers in:
- health and safety
- change management
- professional development
- community consultation and advocacy
- welfare
- youth work
- Child safety
- Corrective services.
To study a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at UniSQ you need to meet a minimum ATAR and assumed knowledge. ‘Assumed knowledge’ is the term we use to explain the minimum level of knowledge we presume you have in some subjects before you start your degree.
For further information on ATAR and assumed knowledge, please view the entry requirements section of this page for details.
If you don’t meet the entry requirements, we have many pathway options you can explore.
The courses and study options available during your psychology honours studies will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
At UniSQ, studying an honours degree in psychology focuses on developing your professional profile through psychology-skill based courses.
If you would like to complement your psychology major with another major or two minors (ie Counselling or Human Resource Management), our Bachelor of Science (Psychology) may be a better fit for you.
If a research-focused or practitioner-focused courses suit your interest and goals, UniSQ’s Bachelor of Science (Psychology Extended) could suit your requirements. You will delve into advanced theory and practice in psychology science, finalising your studies with two-unit capstone course.
The major difference between a Bachelor of Psychology and Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is one extra year of study (which is the honours component) that qualifies you as a professional psychologist.
UniSQ's Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Graduates are eligible to apply for probationary registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
If you have previously studied a Bachelor of Psychology you can go on to complete the additional 1 year honours study to then become a qualified psychology.
The cost of a psychology honours degree will vary depending on the education provider you choose When you study with us, the first year of your studies will cost approximately AUD 8000 (Commonwealth supported place), not including:
- textbook and resources costs
- services and amenities fees
Please view the fees and scholarships section of this page for details.
Get a strong start to your career in Psychology.
- Benefit from professional placement allowing you to gain practical real-life experiences.
- Be involved in research projects that give you and understanding of treatment regimes and experience the interpretation of psychological tests.
- UniSQ’s staff are leaders in Health and are dedicated to ensuring you have the skills needed to make meaningful impact.
- Our Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
