167999 v.5 Bachelor of Psychology

Introduction

This four year program is designed to equip students to move directly into the workforce as provisionally registered psychologists. 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 is an important part of the course. High achieving students maybe selected to participate in an honours program in the fourth year of the course.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

None. One TEE mathematics subject desirable.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q. 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.

Duration and Availability

This course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Bachelor of Science (Psychology) may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions or as a consequence of appropriate academic counselling for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under the General Information section in the Curtin Courses Handbook.

Course Organisation

Whilst the principle focus of this course is on psychology, it also provides a broad appreciation of human behaviour and experience by including studies in social sciences as well as other disciplines. Students are required to pursue a subject other than psychology, as a minor study. High achieving students may be selected to participate in the Honours Stream in the fourth year of the course. Due to stringent registration requirements, students not attaining a credit average in third year subjects willbe strongly encouraged to exit with a three-year intermediate award, the Bachelor of Science (Psychology). Such students may apply for readmission into fourth year after some work experience and demonstration of ability to complete fourth year studies successfully.

Professional Recognition

Graduates of the four-year program are eligible to apply for associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and provisional registration. In Western Australia two years supervised psychological practice after fourth year or completionof a two-year masters program is required for full registration as a psychologist. For full membership of the APS a masters degree is required.

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.

Special Note

Students switching into this four year program are required to consult with the Course Coordinator to discuss appropriate unit selection and progression. Students should also consult the Course Coordinator for requisites and to determine the appropriate sequence of study when choosing electives.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.