
Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIn a rapidly changing world, a Bachelor of Arts from ACU will provide you with the ultimate skill set to meet the challenges of a competitive employment landscape. Our course is designed to produce curious minds who think outside the box and thrive in the modern workplace. As you follow your passions, you will receive a world-class education and develop highly transferrable skills that are at the heart of the new economy: creative thinking, problem-solving, communication, and critical analysis.
You will build interdisciplinary knowledge and become immersed in inquiry, connection, and creativity, by developing foundational skills in research and critical thought, evaluation and communication, digital literacy and creative storytelling across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. You will learn how to draw upon insights, theories, approaches, and develop your capacity for collaboration and innovation to effect meaningful change in society.
Major : Psychology
The Psychology sequence provides students with a comprehensive and systematic study of human behaviour. The emphasis is on the dynamic nature of human behaviour and the interaction of biological, social and cultural factors that influence behaviour at all levels and at all stages of the life span. The major establishes a fundamental conceptual foundation dealing with general theoretical approaches to the study of human behaviour and reflect major themes in Psychology.
Having a major in psychology is considered desirable in a diverse range of professions, such as Business Management, Marketing, Human Relations, Sales, Advertising, Community Services, Counselling, Health Services, Protective Services, Education, and Graduate Programs. (Please note that this major is not an APAC accredited major in psychology; so this major does not offer a career pathway to become a Psychologist).
Delivery mode
Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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- 25A Barker Road, Strathfield, NSW
- Locked Bag 2002, Strathfield, NSW
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 58.50 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) will prepare you for the following roles.
Psychological Researcher
A Psychological Researcher studies human behaviour and mental processes to contribute to the understanding of psychological phenomena. You might wo...
Child Psychologist
Child Psychologists are clinical psychologists who provide treatment, therapy, and counselling to children, teens, and adolescents. They help the c...
Research Assistant
A Research Assistant supports researchers in conducting studies and analysing data. You might work in academic institutions, research centres, or g...
Recruitment Manager
A Recruitment Manager oversees the hiring process to ensure the best talent is attracted and selected for the organisation. You might work in a cor...
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...
Academic Psychologist
An Academic Psychologist primarily engages in research and teaching within academic institutions, focusing on advancing the understanding of psycho...
About Australian Catholic University
Within the Catholic intellectual tradition and acting in Truth and Love, Australian Catholic University is committed to the pursuit of knowledge, the dignity of the human person and the common good.
Our mission is at the heart of everything we do at ACU. It guides our approach to learning and teaching, our welcoming and engaging on-campus culture, and our commitment to building a better society by producing graduates willing to invest in this same commitment.