Bachelor of Psychology with Honours
Why study the Bachelor of Psychology with Honours at UNE?
The Bachelor of Psychology with Honours is our premier degree designed for high-performing students who are aiming for a professional career in Psychology. It is an integrated four-year degree in Psychology that requires a high ATAR. However you can also transfer to this degree from other degrees, such as the Bachelor of Psychological Science, with sufficient grades in first and second year Psychology
The first three years of the award build a foundation in psychology, including research methods employed in psychological enquiry. In fourth year, you specialise in a program of study and research to match your strengths and career interests.
Career Opportunities
Positions in professional practice as a psychologist, business psychology, human resource management, social research, policy advising, university research and teaching.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
4 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
86.25-86.30 / 82011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC
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New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE
Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE
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International Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BPsych(Hons) | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| 2010 ATAR | 86.25-86.30 | |||||||||||||||
| 2010 OP | 8 | |||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 192 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Professional recognition: After completing this degree, you are eligible for associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society and provisional registration as a psychologist. Graduates with First Class or Second Class (Division 1) Honours are eligible to apply for the Master of Psychology (Clinical) or Doctor of Philosophy degrees. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC For more information, click here
New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is any two units of English. Students with previous studies in psychology must have achieved sufficient grades to satisfy the progression requirements of the UNE Psychology with Honours degree. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | Candidates may elect to include a work experience unit in their program. This component equips students with hands-on practical experience in the field with local industry and service providers |
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| Advanced Standing | Students may apply for advanced standing towards the degree on the basis of previous tertiary study. Students with previous studies in psychology must satisfy the progression requirements of the UNE Bachelor of Psychology with Honours degree. |
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| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Academic Colours |
Old Rose (BCC 157) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing shall not be granted for PSYC402H or PSYC403H.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) four years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 192 credit points with not more than 60 credit points at 100-level.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 108 cps |
| Listed Units | 18 cps |
| Elective Units | 66 cps |
| Total | 192 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Psychology with Honours.
Classes of Honours
There shall be three classes of honours, namely Class I, Class II and Class III. Class II shall have two divisions. There shall be no re-examination.
An exceptionally distinguished candidate who has been awarded First Class Honours may be awarded a University Medal.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Bachelor of Psychological Science on completion of 144 credit points.
Progression Requirements
1. To continue in the course a candidate must meet the following progress requirements:
- A Credit grade in either unit PSYC101 or 102;
- At least two Distinction grades and two Credit grades in PSYC units at 200-level, one of which must be PSYC202;
- At least four Distinction grades and two Credit grades in PSYC units at 300-level, one of which must be PSYC302.
2. Before enrolment in unit PSYC401H candidates must have completed 144 credit points including Core, Listed and Elective Units at 100, 200 and 300-level in accordance with minimum progress and program of study requirements.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.