133510 v.4 Bachelor of Science (Psychology), Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations)
BSc(Curtin), BCom(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 033859J
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
5 Years
Introduction
This double degree is designed to provide a basis in and appreciation of the scientific discipline of psychology as well as the human resource management and industrial relations professions. This combination provides graduates with a highly marketable knowledge base that allows them to relate to a broad range of managers, professionals and consultants, and also provides a foundation for graduate studies in either professional application or research.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
None. Mathematiacs 2C/2D is desirable.
Specific Requirements
Applicants for this course should refer to the Clinical Health Science section (see page 36) and Police Clearances (see page 5). STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course is five years' full-time or equivalent part-time study. External study is available on a limited basis. Summer semester unit availability may shorten the course duration.
Course Organisation
Students enrolled in the double degree program may elect to transfer to a single degree course in one of the two disciplines. In this event the relevant Head of School shall determine the amount of credit to be transferred to the single degree.
Professional Recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Human Resource Institute. A fourth year in psychology is necessary to apply for associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and for provisional registration as a psychologist. In Western Australia two years supervised psychological practice after fourth year, or completion of a two-year master program is required for full registration as a psychologist. For full membership of the APS a master degree is required.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Further Information
Contact Curtin Future Students on telephone (08) 9266 1000, email: futurestudents@curtin.edu.au, or visit our website: www.psych.curtin.edu.au for further information.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10848 | v.2 | Management 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313392 | v.2 | Introduction to Psychology 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313394 | v.3 | Foundations for Professional Health Practice 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313484 | v.1 | Science and Professional Practice in Psychology 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 11011 | v.4 | Business Law 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312649 | v.4 | Indigenous Cultures and Health 130 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313390 | v.2 | Evidence Informed Health Practice 100 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 313460 | v.1 | Foundations of Psychology 124 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10987 | v.5 | Accounting 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 1234 | v.4 | Economics 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311584 | v.1 | Psychology of Learning 211 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311586 | v.1 | Psychological Science 210 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10852 | v.3 | Organisational Behaviour 200 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311589 | v.1 | Psychological Science 220 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314138 | v.1 | Child Developmental Psychology 213 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4436 | v.5 | Human Resource Management Introduction 200 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 307183 | v.3 | Performance and Conflict Management 302 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311590 | v.1 | Individual Differences 311 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314422 | v.1 | Advanced Psychological Science 310 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4432 | v.5 | Employee Relations in Australia 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10850 | v.4 | Marketing 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311587 | v.2 | Perception 221 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311592 | v.1 | Adult Developmental Psychology 323 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4438 | v.6 | Human Resource Development 212 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11018 | v.4 | Managing Change 300 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311585 | v.1 | Social Psychology 212 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311594 | v.1 | Abnormal Psychology 327 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4437 | v.7 | Selecting and Promoting Staff 311 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| 10830 | v.5 | Business Information Systems 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310848 | v.3 | Work, Family and Community 336 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311595 | v.1 | Advanced Psychological Science 320 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4439 | v.8 | Remuneration and Rewards Management 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 5 Semester 1 | |||||
| 12034 | v.6 | Business Capstone 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311593 | v.1 | Cognition 323 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4434 | v.5 | International Human Resource Management 303 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 5 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12963 | v.3 | Indigenous and Cross Cultural Psychology 328 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9797 | v.7 | Industrial Relations in Asia-Pacific Region 302 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9915 | v.4 | Advocacy 380 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 303899 | v.3 | Business Ethics 300 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10850 | v.4 | Marketing 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 313393 | v.2 | Brain and Behaviour 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314510 | v.1 | Health and Health Behaviour 130 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
NB A further list of options may be available by contacting Curtin Business School.
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2013 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
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.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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