Study the Bachelor of Arts (Psychological Science Pathway)

Study Psychological Science at Flinders

Arts could be your pathway to a psychology qualification.

This course is no longer available to commencing students from 2023.

This one year pathway is designed for students who want to gain entry into the Bachelor of Psychological Science.

Students who successfully complete all topics in this pathway program and achieve an overall Credit average or above will transfer into the Bachelor Psychological Science.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2022 selection rank

60.00

Guaranteed selection rank

70.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

234161

Delivery mode

In person:

– Bedford Park

Online: No

Duration

1 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2023: $8,926

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Psychological Science at Flinders

Successfully transfer to the Bachelor of Psychological Science and:

complete a nationally accredited major sequence in psychology
combine psychology with an area that suits your interests and career goals
learn from internationally renowned researchers on core topics like brain function, autism, trauma, social justice, sleep disorders, and learning and memory
gain essential knowledge and skills required for further study to practise as a registered psychologist
gain skills and knowledge for other professions where psychology is beneficial.

Your career

To register as a practising psychologist in Australia, you must complete an honours program in psychology and either two further years of supervised experience, or an approved qualification such as a Master of Psychology (Clinical).

Potential occupations include:

graduate resource worker
youth worker
employment consultant
graduate market researcher
human resources consultant.

Potential employers include:

community health providers
consulting firms
government agencies
hospitals
market research companies
research centres
rehabilitation facilities.

Professional accreditation/recognition

Student who successfully transfer into the Bachelor of Psychological Science will undertake a degree that is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

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What you will study

This pathway program offers students the opportunity to study three psychology topics and alongside these, students will study Bachelor of Arts topics.

Students will learn the skills and knowledge required to embark upon a career in psychological science which are also highly valued in a wide range of occupations.

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ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published

ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds	ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors	Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer	98.80	99.95
Median rank to receive an offer	65.35	68.83
Lowest rank to receive an offer	43.05	51.40

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2024 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	33	46%
Vocational education and training (VET) study	<5	<5
Work and life experience	<5	<5
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)	22	31%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test)	<5	<5
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways)	5	7%
International Students	<5	<5
All students	71	100%

How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Inherent requirements for undergraduate psychology courses

Flinders University and the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work (CEPSW) strongly support the right of all people to pursue an undergraduate psychology course.

Inherent requirements are the essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the abilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of the course or unit, while preserving the academic integrity of the University's learning, assessment and accreditation processes. The inherent requirements are the abilities, knowledge and skills needed to complete the course that must be met by all students.

Inherent requirements

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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How to apply

Select your course.

Check entry requirements.

Check your eligibility for credit.

Apply online

Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

Course enquiries

For all course enquiries phone or email us or complete the course enquiry form.

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Bachelor of Arts (Psychological Science Pathway)

Study Psychological Science at Flinders

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