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Course snapshot
International snapshot
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Start Date
March
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Duration
4 years full-time
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Location
Gold Coast
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Placement
Yes Learn more
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ATAR
70
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Inherent Requirements
Yes Learn more
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 6.0
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BPsychSc, BBus
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Course code
3207255
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Credit points
384
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Equivalent units
32
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Scholarships
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Indicative fee
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CRICOS
Please note, some locations may not have all intake periods available. See the full availability details for further information.
Overview
Interested in business and psychology and a career that might include both? This double degree combines two dynamic and fascinating areas of study, developing a diverse skill set with accredited specialisations and career flexibility.
In addition to completing studies in psychological science and human behaviour, students choose from either an accredited specialisation in Accounting or Financial Services or a major in Business and Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Tourism and Event Management, Aviation Management, Marketing or International Business.
There are numerous opportunities to gain practical experience through internships and work placements, either locally or abroad.
Career opportunities exist as business specialists with a profound understanding of psychological science, or in roles that require a thorough understanding of human psychology and how it relates to business such as organisational development, change management, marketing or entrepreneurship. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist and graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction with the knowledge they are well-equipped to run a business or manage a workplace.
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“My degree has been really valuable in helping me in my youth work. All of the things I have learnt have really equipped me when I’m working with a child that is escalating.”
The Southern Cross Model is a game-changer in higher education study.
Our students now engage in shorter, six-week unit structures designed around immersive and interactive learning experiences. The shorter unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum as they achieve milestones quickly, resulting in increased student success rates, and course and teacher satisfaction. Lectures are a thing of the past - students will be engaged in active, interactive and discussion-based learning.
On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes.
Our online study option is highly interactive and may include a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes.
The method of teaching and assessment may vary from unit to unit.
Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes (GA).
| Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Critically evaluate and apply practical and responsible business and enterprise solutions from a range of related disciplines to both inform and justify critical decisions. Comprehend and apply a broad and coherent body of knowledge of psychological principles, theories, and concepts using a scientific, evidence-based approach. |
GA2: Creativity Apply knowledge and skills creatively in devising innovative, effective and responsible solutions to challenges related to a business or enterprise. Demonstrate independence and integrity in scholarly inquiry and creative problem-solving in psychology. |
GA3: Ethical practice Develop and apply recognised ethical frameworks to influence responsible business behaviours within an organisational context. Demonstrate the capacity to evaluate evidence, tolerate ambiguity, recognise biases, and apply values and ethics necessary for professional conduct in psychology. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline Demonstrate and apply in-depth and responsible discipline-specific knowledge and skills within a local, regional and global perspective. Apply appropriate research and assessment methods in psychology. |
GA5: Lifelong learning Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility and accountability for ongoing learning in business and enterprise settings. Apply knowledge and skills of psychology to meet personal, professional, and societal needs. |
GA6: Communication and social skills Prepare and deliver, individually and/or in a team, well developed and justified discipline-specific advice through both written and oral communication. Investigate and identify a broad range of responsible leadership practices in the management of people and self. Analyse and evaluate information, theory, and research in the discipline of psychology and apply academic literacy skills to communicate these in a variety of written and oral forms. Employ interpersonal and communication skills conducive to effective collaboration. |
GA7: Cultural competence Demonstrate responsible cultural competence in local, national, and international settings as applied in business and social situations. Demonstrate a reflexive manner appropriate to a range of socially and culturally diverse people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. |
Optional units offer the opportunity to undertake work placements in Australia or abroad.
Students complete core units in the Bachelor of Psychological Science.
In the Bachelor of Business, students either choose a specialisation in:
- Accounting or
- Financial Services;
or a major in:
- Aviation Management
- Business and Data Analytics
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- International Business
- Marketing, or
- Tourism and Event Management.
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
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| Gold Coast | Term 1 | $25,000 ($3,125 per unit) | 115094M |
Tuition fees are in Australian dollars, and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Annual tuition fee is based on completing 8 units per year. In addition students are required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance. Non-tuition fee covers textbooks, stationery and excursions. | |||
Career Outcomes
Career opportunities exist as business specialists with a profound understanding of psychological science, or in roles that require a thorough understanding of human psychology and how it relates to business such as organisational development, change management, marketing or entrepreneurship. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist and graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction with the knowledge they are well-equipped to run a business or manage a workplace.
The Bachelor of Psychological Science is conditionally accredited with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Overall | 6.0 |
| Listening | minimum 5.5 |
| Reading | minimum 5.5 |
| Speaking | minimum 5.5 |
| Writing | minimum 5.5 |
Course requirements
To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Psychological Science, Bachelor of Business, students must complete the equivalent of 32 units (384 credit points) comprising:
- 16 Psychological Science core units (192 credit points); AND
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6 Business core units (72 credit points), 1 Business Option Unit (24 credit points) and 1 Major (96 credit points); or
1 Business Specialisation in either Accounting or Financial Services (192 credit points)
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Equity and Inclusion website. Students who have a disability or health condition which may impact on their ability to meet these requirements are encouraged to visit the Student Equity and Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Other things to consider
As part of our commitment to admissions transparency, the University provides a snapshot of how students were admitted to their courses and the profile of students studying with us.
There are different pathways into an undergraduate degree.
Whether you are returning to study after some time or you have just finished school and you need some extra academic preparation before embarking on a degree, Southern Cross University offers two excellent, fee-free academic preparation programs that develop the skills you need to be successful at university.
SCU College also offers a range of one-year Diplomas that provide extra academic support as you commence university. Diplomas are a great pathway to a degree and may also prepare you for diverse paraprofessional roles.
Credit for Prior Learning, also referred to as ‘Advanced Standing’ or Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), is the process of looking at your prior study and/or experience to assess if you can be awarded academic credit or gain entry to a course on the basis of your existing knowledge and skills.
The Early Offer program allows Year 12 students to secure a place in a Southern Cross University undergraduate degree before Year 12 results are released. It’s designed to remove some of the pressure from Year 12 and provide a pathway directly into university study that is not based solely on Year 12 results.
Course structure
Why study Psychology at Southern Cross University
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International Students
If you're an international student, you can find the annual course cost in Australian dollars (AUD$) on our International Courses and Fees page or on the web page for your course under fees.
Also known as SSAF, the Student Services and Amenities Fee is a compulsory fee for most students used to provide important services and amenities to students both on and off campus. It’s charged per unit, based on the unit’s credit point value. Eligible domestic students have the option of deferring this fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme. More about SSAF
Depending on your course, your costs could also include computer equipment and software, books, stationery, field trips, uniforms or other course-specific expenses such as art materials, musical equipment or travel for practicums, internships, vaccinations or industry experience.
Southern Cross University offers a range of scholarships designed to support you while you study, available for a variety of backgrounds and achievements. Scholarships range from a few hundred dollars a year to several thousand dollars a year. Southern Cross has also introduced Access25, a new initiative for 2025 to deliver a quality education combined with a straightforward tuition model, ensuring every international student has equal access.
Dates for the diary
Our shorter, more focused six-week unit structure gives students a greater sense of momentum and motivation as they achieve milestones quickly. Application dates per Term are shown on each course page however refer to our key dates and teaching calendar for detail on when enrolment opens, studies commence and when grades are published. There are also Dual Term and Tri Term calendars for those who have specific subjects.
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