| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Psychological Science at the University of Adelaide provides a comprehensive education in psychology, emphasizing problem-solving, critical thinking, and understanding human behavior. The flexible curriculum allows students to tailor their studies with elective courses, preparing them for diverse careers in fields such as human resources, marketing, mental health, and public sector management. Graduates are well-equipped for further study in psychology, including pursuing registration as a psychologist.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Psychological Science at the University of Adelaide offers a comprehensive education in the scientific discipline of psychology. It introduces students to the application of the discipline, emphasizing the development of problem-solving, critical thinking, and understanding of human behavior. The program provides a solid foundation in psychological theories, research methods, and practical skills, preparing students for various exciting careers.
Outline:
The Bachelor of Psychological Science program comprises a flexible curriculum with elective courses, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests. In the first year, students take four core psychology courses alongside four elective courses from various disciplines such as arts, health sciences, sciences, computer science, and commerce. In the second year, students can opt for a second major or continue selecting electives from a wide range. Alongside five core psychology courses, students have the flexibility to choose courses from psychology or other disciplines. The third year consists of four core psychology courses, including a mandatory research methodology course. Students can complete four additional courses from psychology or electives. For those pursuing a second major, the third-year electives will be from that major.
Assessment:
Assessment methods in the Bachelor of Psychological Science program vary depending on the course and module. Students can expect a combination of oral presentations, practical assignments, tutorial participation, and written examinations. Both face-to-face and online methodologies are utilized for assessment.
Teaching:
The Bachelor of Psychological Science program is taught by highly qualified and experienced faculty members, including professors, lecturers, and tutors. Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, workshops, and practical sessions. The program emphasizes active learning, encouraging students to engage in discussions, participate in research projects, and apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Careers:
Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychological Science are well-prepared for a wide range of careers that require problem-solving, critical thinking, and understanding of human behavior. These careers include:
- Human resource management
- Advertising and marketing
- Evaluation and applied research
- Mental health services
- Youth work
- Family and social services
- Public and private sector management
- Juvenile justice and corrective services
- Relationship counseling
- Residential care worker
- Private sector administration and management
- Correctional services With further study, graduates can also pursue careers as registered psychologists in various fields such as clinical, health, and organizational psychology.
University of Adelaide
Overview:
The University of Adelaide is a renowned institution of higher learning located in Adelaide, South Australia. It is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight, a coalition of Australia's leading research-intensive universities. The university boasts a rich history, having been established in 1874, and is known for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and fostering a vibrant campus community.
Services Offered:
The university provides a comprehensive range of services to support students throughout their academic journey. These include:
MyAdelaide and MyUni portals:
Online platforms for accessing student information, course materials, and university resources.Library:
Extensive library facilities with a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.University email:
Official email service for communication with staff and fellow students.Staff Directory:
Online directory for finding contact information of university staff.English Language Centre:
Language support programs for international students.Graduate Research Training Opportunities:
Support and resources for postgraduate research students.Research Technology Support:
Technical assistance for research projects.Innovation & Commercialisation Services:
Support for translating research into practical applications.Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Adelaide offers a vibrant and engaging campus experience. Students can expect:
Campus Life:
A diverse and welcoming community with a range of student clubs, societies, and events.Careers & Employability:
Programs and resources to help students develop career skills and find employment opportunities.Year 12 Tuition Courses:
Programs for high school students to gain university credit.First Nations Programs:
Dedicated programs and support for Indigenous students.International Student Support:
Services and resources to help international students adjust to life in Adelaide.Key Reasons to Study There:
Academic Excellence:
Ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide, the University of Adelaide offers high-quality academic programs.Research Strength:
A leading research institution with a strong focus on innovation and impact.Graduate Employability:
Ranked #1 in South Australia for graduate employability, demonstrating the value of an Adelaide degree in the job market.Vibrant Campus Community:
A welcoming and diverse campus environment with a range of student activities and support services.Location:
Situated in the beautiful city of Adelaide, offering a safe and culturally rich environment.Academic Programs:
The University of Adelaide offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Undergraduate Degrees:
A comprehensive selection of degrees in fields such as Arts, Business, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, and Science.Postgraduate Coursework Degrees:
Master's and doctorate programs in various fields, including online study options.Postgraduate Research Degrees:
Opportunities for students to conduct research and contribute to knowledge advancement.Other:
The university is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. It also has a strong focus on social responsibility and community engagement.
Entry Requirements:
Domestic applicants
Admissions information
SATAC Code 394001, 3BG003 2023 CSP ATAR 55 2023 CSP IB 24 Guaranteed Entry Score - ATAR 80 Guaranteed Entry Score - IB 5 Deferment Yes - 2 year Intake February and July Selection Criteria 2023 CSP IB 24 Guaranteed Entry Score - ATAR 80 Guaranteed Entry Score - IB 5 Deferment Yes - 2 year Intake February and July Selection Criteria
Recent Secondary Education
Applicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the last two years, however if you completed your secondary education more than two years ago, you may still be able to be considered on the basis of your secondary schooling. You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Selection Rank (ATAR plus any applicable adjustment factors). Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
Higher Education Study
You must have completed at least six months full time equivalent higher education study (the number of courses and units will vary depending on your prior institution however at the University of Adelaide, this equates to 4 courses / 12 units). A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information. Pre-requisite: Psychology 1A and Psychology 1B or equivalent (minimum pass grade). Applicants who do not have the prerequisite psychology studies or whose level 1 psychology was completed more than ten years ago must attend an intensive bridging course, Introductory Psychology. Applicants who require the Introductory Psychology course should apply for either Summer Semester or Trimester 2 depending on their preferred start in either Semester 1 or 2. Please note that if the Bachelor’s degree was completed more than ten years ago, the amount of credit available may vary/be reduced.
Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
You must have completed an AQF Certificate IV or above from a Registered Training Organisation. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
Work and life experience
To be eligible to sit the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) as as pathway for entry, you must be 18 years or over before 1 February 2024. If you have studied at higher education level in the last two years (for 2024 entry this means you were enrolled in either 2023 or 2022), you must not have accumulated more than a TOTAL of 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) higher education study (ie. including any study prior to 2022). If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
Other Entry Pathways
2023 Admissions Data for school leavers
ATAR(raw ATAR, excluding any applicable adjustment factors) Lowest ATAR to receive an offer 4 Median ATAR to receive an offer 85 Highest ATAR to receive an offer 95 Selection Rank(ATAR plus any adjustment factors) Lowest Selection Rank to receive an offer 55 Median Selection Rank to receive an offer 75 Highest Selection Rank to receive an offer 95 Minimum eligibility score 65 Additional criteria considered Selection rank only
Admissions Transparency Data
Student Profile
Applicant background Semester one/Full year intake 2023 Number of students Percentage of all students (A) Higher Education study(includes a bridging or enabling course) 76 4% (B) Vocational education and training (VET) study <5 N/A (C) Work and life experience(admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories) 6 0% (D) Recent secondary education: Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR(regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors) 101 8% (D) Recent secondary education: Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR(regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors) 101 8% Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered(e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test, early offer conditional on minimum ATAR) N/A N/A Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor(e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement) 5 5% International students 14 9% All students 203 0%
International applicants
CRICOS
060177M Intake February and July Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
Australian Year 12
Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide
IELTS Overall 6.5 Reading 6 Listening 6 Speaking 6 Writing 6 TOEFL Overall 79 Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21 Pearson Overall 58 Reading 50 Listening 50 Speaking 50 Writing 50 C1 Advanced Overall 176 Reading 169 Listening 169 Speaking 169 Writing 169
Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements
A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
Academic Entry Requirements
Detailed information on international qualifications assessment
Secondary School Qualifications
Australia – Selection Rank (International) 75 International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma 26 Canada – OSSD Ontario Secondary School Diploma 70% Canada – British Columbia Certificate of Graduation 70% Canada – Alberta High School Diploma 78% China – Gaokao 65% Germany – Abitur 40 GCE A Levels 8 Canada – British Columbia Certificate of Graduation 70% Canada – Alberta High School Diploma 78% China – Gaokao 65% Germany – Abitur 40 GCE A Levels 8 Hong Kong – HKDSE 18 India – ISC & CBSE 70% India - Indian State Board Examinations 80% Indonesia – SMA3 77% Kenya – Certificate of Secondary Education B+ Kuwait – General School Secondary Certificate 74% Malaysia – STPM or Matrikulasi 78 Malaysia – UEC 20 South Korea – CSAT and High School Diploma 320 Sri Lanka – GCE A Levels 9 Taiwan – GSAT and High School Diploma 68% Thailand – Certificate of Secondary Education 4 USA – SAT 1130 USA – Advanced Placement (AP) 7 Vietnam – Upper Secondary School 00 The University of Adelaide College Foundation Program 74% Eynesbury Foundation Program 360 ANU College Foundation Studies 66% Monash College Foundation Year MUFY 70% Trinity College Foundation Studies Program (The University of Melbourne) 72% UNSW Foundation Year 00 UQ College Foundation Studies Program 20 Taylors College – The University of Sydney Foundation Program (USFP) 70 UWA College Foundation Program 57% Non–Go8 Foundation Score 74% Other Qualifications Students who don't meet the academic requirements or who have other qualifications from the South Pacific Islands, Japan, Korea, Philippines or Taiwan may be eligible to apply for a Pre-University Pathway to prepare for or gain entry into the University's undergraduate academic programs. For additional information see Pathway Programs
Tertiary Qualifications
Graduate entry pathway A completed AQF Level 7 Bachelors degree or equivalent (or higher) that does not include psychology or does not include psychology beyond Level I with the exception of a completed degree that includes the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited Psychology sequence that was awarded 10 or more years ago. Pre-requisite: Psychology 1A and Psychology 1B or equivalent (minimum pass grade) . Applicants who do not have the prerequisite psychology studies or whose level 1 psychology was completed more than ten years ago must attend an intensive bridging course, Introductory Psychology. Applicants who require the Introductory Psychology course should apply for either Summer Semester or Trimester 2 depending on their preferred start in either Semester 1 or 2.
Admissions Transparency Data
Student Profile
Applicant background Semester one/Full year intake 2023 Number of students Percentage of all students (A) Higher Education study(includes a bridging or enabling course) 76 4% (B) Vocational education and training (VET) study <5 N/A (C) Work and life experience(admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories) 6 0% (D) Recent secondary education: Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR(regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors) 101 8% Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered(e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test, early offer conditional on minimum ATAR) N/A N/A Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor(e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement) 5 5% International students 14 9% All students 203 0%
Language Proficiency Requirements:
Domestic applicants
Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
International applicants
English Language Requirements Detailed information on English Language assessment Overall IELTS score of 6.5 Minimum score in each IELTS subtest of 6.0 Minimum overall TOEFL iBT score of 79.0 Minimum score in each TOEFL iBT subtest of 13.0 Minimum overall PTE Academic score of 58.0 Minimum score in each PTE Academic subtest of 50.0 Minimum overall C1 Advanced score of 176.0 Minimum score in each C1 Advanced subtest of 169.0 Minimum overall CAE score of 180.0 Minimum score in each CAE subtest of 169.0 Minimum overall CPE score of 180.0 Minimum score in each CPE subtest of 169.0 A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
