Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIn the Bachelor of Psychological Science, you will develop an integrated understanding of human behaviour including social-cultural perspectives, motivations, health and psychopathology as well as the fundamental premise of psychology as an empirically based science.
Delivery mode
Charles Darwin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Ellengowan Drive, Brinkin
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:
- Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
- Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
- Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
- Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
- Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
- Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
- Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
- Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
- Air Force: Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman
- Army: Corporal, Lance Corporal, Private
- Navy: Able Seaman, Leading Seaman, Seaman
- Current School Leaver Pathways:
- Best of 3 Year 12 subject grades
- School recommendation program
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
- CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30): Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
- IELTS Academic Module: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
- Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency: A minimum overall grade of B2.
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module: A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
- TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT): A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Psychological Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Psychologist
A Psychologist treats a range of mental, emotional and behavioural issues. You might assess patient needs and develop a treatment plan. Psychologis...
Counsellor
Counsellors help their clients work through a range of personal problems including issues relating to relationships, home finances, work, parenting...
Psychotherapist
Psychotherapists help their clients overcome emotional and mental health problems like bipolar disorder, stress, and depression. They collect data...
Academic Psychologist
An Academic Psychologist primarily engages in research and teaching within academic institutions, focusing on advancing the understanding of psycho...
Cognitive Scientist
Cognitive Scientists are professional scientists who study the human mind and cognitive functions including intelligence, memory, reasoning, decisi...
Sports Psychologist
Sports Psychologists support amateur and professional athletes, helping them develop a winning mindset and cope with the pressures of competition T...
Organisational Psychologist
Organisational Psychologists are qualified psychologists who specialise in workplace culture and human resource development. They evaluate and stud...
Behavioural Psychologist
Behavioural Psychologists are registered psychologists who help their clients make meaningful and positive changes in their behaviour. They use att...
EAP Psychologist
EAP Psychologists are registered psychologists who work for EAP providers, delivering work-based intervention programs. They provide counselling su...
Psychological Researcher
A Psychological Researcher studies human behaviour and mental processes to contribute to the understanding of psychological phenomena. You might wo...
School Psychologist
School Psychologists are qualified professionals who work at high schools, primary schools, colleges, universities, and some early childhood centre...
Mental Health Specialist
A Mental Health Specialist supports individuals dealing with mental health issues by providing professional assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Y...
Criminal Psychologist
Criminal Psychologists, also known as Forensic Psychologists, are registered professionals who work within the Australian legal system. They carry...
About Charles Darwin University
CDU ranked 91st in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2019. The Ranking features 35 Australian universities, with CDU placing 29th among them. The Ranking analysed more than 300 universities across 13 nations in East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania.
As a leading cross-sectoral institution, CDU is well placed to help students become 'future-ready' workers who co-develop digital knowledge, skills and mindsets to both meet their personal needs and interests and prepare them for a world of constant change.
CDU students will value lifelong and life-wide learning and understand that learning occurs anywhere, anytime and through varied experiences. Throughout their studies, our students will build essential skills for success in academic pursuits, their work and their lives beyond CDU.
