Highlights

• Complete the requirements for a nursing career and develop knowledge about how humans respond and react to challenging situations.
• Complete 2 separate degrees in 4 years full-time.
• Take the first step towards a career as a registered psychologist.
• Graduates are eligible to apply for registered nurse status with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

Real-world learning

All students are scheduled for 840 hours of clinical practice, with a minimum of 800 hours required for registration in nursing. Placements take place in clinical nursing environments, including hospital and private healthcare facilities. You may also choose to complete a placement that will apply your psychological knowledge and professional skills to a community workplace. 

Elective units in psychology are an opportunity to explore areas of specific interest such as:

1. alcohol and other drugs
2. interventions for addictive behaviours
3. family therapy
4. human sexuality.