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Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Counselling

Australia

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What will I learn?

Explore the human mind and learn the skills to promote mental and emotional wellbeing with a dual degree in psychology and counselling. This program gives you in-depth knowledge on the science and applications of psychology, along with a strong foundation in counselling theory and skills. In this program you will:Study the core areas of psychological science, including human development, cognitive perception, personality, learning, and abnormal psychologyLearn about the range of scientific methods, analyses and ethical standards used in psychological researchGain a thorough understanding of counselling theories and skills, and how to use them in diverse and multicultural workplaces and communitiesDevelop skills in cognitive behaviour therapy, personal and relational empathy, positive psychology, family counselling and responding to crisis, trauma and lossWork in the community through two counselling placements, working with multidisciplinary teams across a range of human services agencies

Which department am I in?

School of Health

CRICOS

110839D

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (4 Years)

Tuition fees
A$27,000.00 (US$ 17,793) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2025

Venue

UniSC Sunshine Coast

90 Sippy Downs Drive,

SIPPY DOWNS,

Queensland,

4556, SUNSHINE COAST, Australia

Online/Distance with attendance (4 Years)

Tuition fees
A$27,000.00 (US$ 17,793) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2025

Venue

UniSC Moreton Bay

1 Moreton Parade,

PETRIE,

Queensland,

4502, BRISBANE, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

English Language entry requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each subtest
  • TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 76 with minimum score of 18 for writing
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Overall score of 50 with no sub score less than 50
  • Language of Instruction English (LOI) - Minimum 1 year full-time tertiary study, or 1 year full-time other post-secondary study, or 2 years full-time secondary study where the language of instruction is English, successfully completed in last 5 years in one of the following countries: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom and United States of America
  • C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency - Overall score of 169 or above with no less than 162 in each skill
  • ISLPR (IIAA accredited)- (previously ASLPR) - 3 in all four skill areas
  • Global Assessment Certificate (GAC) - Successful completion with a minimum GPA of 2.3
  • UniSC's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 2 - Successful completion
  • UniSC's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 3 - Successful completion

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of the Sunshine Coast

University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) is a top-rated university, rated 5-stars in key areas including teaching quality and overall experience.

  • 5-star rating for teaching quality 17 years in a row
  • 1st in Queensland for Global Impact Rankings
  • Ground-breaking research undertaken on relevant topics
  • Excellent academic and career services support

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