Program Overview

Combine the psychological insights of an accredited psychology degree with the scientific health and human movement studies behind elite sports with UC’s Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) double degree.

You’ll develop a unique blend of skills from our expert teachers, including the delivery of focused personalised support and the methods and applications used in the science of human movement – all while gaining a clear and critical understanding of psychology theories and research methods that can help you pursue a career as a professional psychologist.

If you’re interested in health and how the mind and body interact and looking for hands-on work opportunities that will equip you to maximise athletic performance at the elite level, look no further. Register for this course today.

Combine a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) at UC and you will:

• Build your knowledge of the scientific basis and core topics of the discipline of psychology, including in the areas of psychopathology, cognition and perception
• Master the research methods used within psychological science and learn how to apply these to the design and conduct of scientific studies and analyse and interpret results and write reports
• Enhance your ability to apply your knowledge in a critical way to problems related to human behaviour and mental processes
• Distinguish scientific evidence
• Be ready to maximise athletic performances at the elite level
• Develop the skills to become a sport psychologist (with further postgraduate study)
• Gain strong knowledge of the theory and practice of coaching.
• Increase your understanding and application of the values and professional ethics in sports development and psychological research along with those of related 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.