Behavioural Science (Psychology), Bachelor

Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour. Registered psychologists use scientific knowledge of human behaviour to assist individuals who are experiencing mental disorders, relationship problems, learning difficulties, addiction and eating disorders, among other things. Psychologists may work in a specific area of psychology such as cognition, neuroscience, or social and developmental behaviour. Psychology graduates have many career choices, using their knowledge of human behaviour to work in a range of fields, including health promotion, marketing, human resources, coaching, policy, and community services. Graduates also work as researchers to provide greater understanding about how people think, feel and react to situations, and to develop new strategies to improve psychological functioning.

Double degrees

Combine two bachelor degrees into a single course of study. A double degree allows you to specialise in two fields and pursue different interest areas, gaining a broader range of skills and knowledge, and giving you a competitive advantage and greater career flexibility.  Consider the following double degrees with a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology):

• Business: gain knowledge and skills to add business acumen to roles as a market researcher, human resources manager or training and development consultant.
• Law: pursue a career as a lawyer or psychologist in legal, corporate, government, mental health or clinical health environments, or in the development of mental health legal policies, or in research in the legal-psychological domain.
• Justice: your psychology and justice qualifications will position you for a career in policy development, criminal justice institutions, rehabilitation and family services.
• Social Work: combine psychology and social work to work in community services, counselling and family-centred intervention, mental health services, drug and alcohol intervention, or disability services.
• Nursing: use your skills to work as a nurse in a range of areas including emergency, mental health, palliative care, or cancer departments.