Program Overview

Combine the creativity of a versatile and professionally-oriented arts degree with the psychological insights of a psychology degree and use that knowledge to explore new career possibilities.

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Psychology double degree will help you develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become an innovative and globally engaged creative thinker – with a clear and critical understanding of scientific psychology theories and research methods – while also establishing a solid foundation for those considering becoming a professional psychologist.

If you’re a creative thinker committed to pursuing a career as an engaging, thought provoking catalyst for change, then make sure you register for this course today.

Combine a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology at UC and you will:

• Explore creative ideas and ideologies designed to stimulate discussion and influence change
• Increase your knowledge of the scientific basis and core topics in the discipline of psychology, including in the areas of psychopathology, cognition and perception
• Increase your knowledge of the research methods used by psychologists and learn how to apply these methods to the design and conduct of studies and analyse and interpret results and write reports
• Enhance your ability to apply your knowledge in a critical way to problems related to behaviour and mental processes, and learn to distinguish scientific evidence
• Increase your understanding and application of values, research and professional ethics in psychological research and other professional contexts.

Core Major: Psychology

The core major in psychology covers foundational units in psychology and research methods which provide a strong base for units covered in the specialist major. Students are also introduced to Indigenous and Cultural psychology, providing the groundwork for embedding this content throughout the specialist major. Professional units provide students with an introduction to the profession of psychology and to the many career and study opportunities available to psychology graduates. In addition, students have the opportunity to work in a number of settings, providing real-world experiences.