Online Courses Handbook 2003

301660 v.2 Bachelor of Psychology (Graduate)

BPsychGrad(Curtin) OR BPsych(Curtin)

Introduction
This course is designed to equip students to move directly into the workforce as provisionally registered psychologists with four years training. It is a general applied psychology program emphasising the application of knowledge to problems arising in professional practice. It provides a thorough understanding of the theoretical framework within which various approaches and techniques have been developed. Experimental design relevant to applied research are an important part of the course work.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An accredited three year psychology degree. Academic merit, referee reports and relevant work experience may be considered for selection into the program.

Specific Requirements
Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening/Clearance Section of this publication.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Recognition of prior learning will only be considered by the Head of School for units completed in an APS approved fourth year program.

Duration and Availability
This course is one year full-time study. It is not possible to commence the course at any other time than the start of the academic year.

Course Organisation
Students may be required to participate in clinical practice during vacations in second and third year of the course where applicable.

Professional Recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society. A further two years training by means of graduate studies and/or professional work supervised by a senior psychologist, is necessary to gain full professional recognition and membership of the society.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

301658 v.2 Psychology Dissertation Preparation 491 5.0 25.0

301661 v.2 Psychology 421 - Applied Psychology 3.0 25.0

301663 v.2 Psychology Counselling 421 - Introduction to Counselling 3.0 25.0

4686 v.4 Psychology Research Methods 441 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

301659 v.2 Psychology Dissertation 492 5.0 25.0

301662 v.2 Psychology 423 - Psychological Assessment 3.0 25.0

4687 v.5 Psychology Contemporary Issues 442 3.0 25.0

SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0

100.0

Click here for a printable version of this page