Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) ISN.EDU.AU

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) ISN.EDU.AU

Why choose ISN Psychology? ISN Psychology aims to investigate the basis of character and temperament through the study of psychology, epigenetics, biochemistry, neuroscience and ecology and to apply these findings to improving the health of individuals and societies. Graduates will learn to apply psychology to address challenges of the 21st century. You will study in a tertiary college that specialises in psychology, where no other faculties compete for funds and resources. With access to organisations like the Florey Institute, you will learn in a highly immersive environment.

DETAILS Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is the 4th year or honours year of a psychology qualification (AQF 8). Prospective students are invited to apply for the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) as the next step toward a postgraduate degree in psychology (e.g., Masters or PhD) or to gain employment in industries that relies on a strong underpinning knowledge of psychology, research and communication skills. Career Prospects and Pathways The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) is offered face-to-face at ISN Psychology s Heidelberg campus in Melbourne, Victoria. The degree is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) are prepared for work in a number of settings through research, psychiatric hospitals, special schools, government, not-for-profit organisations, human resource management, market research and guidance or counselling for educational, vocational or personal problems. Graduates of the honours program are eligible to apply for associate membership with the Australian Psychological Society (APS). An honours degree in psychology opens up potential possibilities to further your career in psychology. This can be achieved through completion of a two-year professional master program in psychology, or a one-year professional postgraduate program and one year of supervised psychological practice. At ISN Psychology we offer students with high GPA s at the end of a thee year undergraduate degree in psychology, or equivalent, to undertake an interview for the opportunity to be accepted into a combined Honours plus Master Level sequence leading to eligibility to apply for registration as a psychologist. ISN Psychology is unique in its focus to provide a universal psychological framework for the understanding of human nature to address the challenges of the 21st century.

Eligibility and Entry Requirements Prospective students that have completed a three year, APAC accredited, undergraduate degree in Psychology within the last 10 years are eligible to apply for a place in the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at ISN Psychology. A minimum credit average (60-69%) must be attained in 2nd and 3rd year psychology units of an APAC accredited psychology degree for eligibility of entry to a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours).* In addition to submission of an application form, applicants with a credit average of 60-65% will be required to attend an interview as part of the application process. Domestic students with Australian citizenship or Permanent Residency rights (or New Zealand Citizenship) can apply. ISN cannot currently accept applications for international students. *Eligibility requirements subject to change based on APAC standards Tuition Fees ISN Psychology is now a FEE HELP approved provider. There is a 15 day parliamentary disallowance period in place. Please contact ISN for further information. Tuition fees are payable upfront or through FEE HELP for eligible students. For more information about tuition fees please visit our website, isn.edu.au or contact us (03) 9456 9188. Unit Code Unit of Study Name Credit Points Tuition Fees ISN401 Life Span Development and Psychopathology 12.5 $3,000.00 ISN402 Psychological Assessment 12.5 $3,000.00 ISN403 Research Methods 12.5 $3,000.00 ISN404 Research Thesis 1 12.5 $3,000.00 ISN411 Contemporary Professional Psychology 12.5 $3,000.00 ISN412 Research Thesis 1 37.5 $9,000.00 Total cost (100 credit points) $24,00.00

Course Structure The Honours year consists of one year full-time, or the part-time equivalent study. The course structure is based on two full-time semesters (each of 12 weeks duration). The degree comprises of six core units of which two will focus on the completion of a major research project/thesis. All students will present their final research project at a conference facility. For more information about the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) course structure please see our Honours Handbook and the course sequence below. Course Sequence SEMESTER 1 ISN401 Life Span Development and Psychopathology* ISN402 Psychological Assessment ISN403 Research Methods ISN404 Research Thesis 1 SEMESTER 2 ISN411 Contemporary Professional Psychology ISN412 Research Thesis 2 *Students enrolled in the mid-year intake will complete ISN411 Contemporary Professional Psychology in their semester 1 and ISN401 Lifespan Development and Psychopathology in their semester 2. To apply visit our website at isn.edu.au/course-application

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