Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of South Australia - Magill Campus

Australia,South Australia

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 32,800/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jul 2025

Apply Date

Australia, South Australia

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1991

Total Students: 37,000 +

Int. Students: 5,500 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

St Bernards Rd, Magill SA 5072, Australia

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Program Overview

As a student studying the Psychology major you will develop a broad knowledge of psychological science including psychology, mental health, social services and human resources.

Key areas of study include:

  • Clinical and abnormal psychology
  • Health psychology
  • Personality psychology
  • Cognitive psychology

In this unique Arts degree you can select a second major in addition to Psychology, further developing skills and knowledge in two distinct specialisations. Studying a double major plus a minor increases your employment prospects as you develop in-depth knowledge in your chosen specialisations, enhancing your critical thinking, research capabilities and problem-solving skills. You will also graduate with writing, presentation, digital, and face-to-face communication skills that can be transferred across a range of roles and are highly regarded by prospective employers.


What you'll learn

This degree will equip you with a broad knowledge of psychological science including psychology, mental health, social services and human resources. You will develop in-depth knowledge in your chosen specialisations, enhancing your critical thinking, research capabilities and problem-solving skills. You will also graduate with writing, presentation, digital, and communication skills that can be transferred across a range of roles and are highly regarded by prospective employers

Choose from a range of specialised courses including personality psychology, clinical and abnormal psychology and social and community psychology. Develop a broad and coherent knowledge of psychological science as a basis for further learning and future careers.

This degree allows you to select two majors ensuring you graduate with a broad knowledge of two areas of interest. You can choose a second major from the following:

  • Aboriginal Studies
  • Applied Linguistics
  • Cultural Studies
  • Creative Writing and Literature
  • Criminology and Criminal Justice (new in 2024)
  • History and Global Politics
  • Languages (French/Italian/Japanese)
  • Law, Policy and Politics
  • Sociology.

In addition to your two majors, you will also be required to complete two core courses, four courses from a selected list of minors (also from the above list), and Professional Directions Program 1 & 2 or two electives.

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