Edith Cowan University

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Bachelor

Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling

Offered at Edith Cowan University, Australian
DegreeBachelor
FieldBPC
Duration3 years
Tuition40850.00

Overview

Overview This Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling program at Edith Cowan University equips students with essential skills to analyze human behavior and understand the complex interactions between individuals and their environments. It serves as an excellent foundation for those looking to pursue advanced studies in psychology and counselling. Career Opportunities Graduates can explore diverse career paths in counselling, human resources, criminal justice, education, rehabilitation, business, mental health, and social services. This dual major prepares students for roles that require empathy, effective communication, and the ability to assess client needs, making it ideal for those aiming for a career in counselling or further academic pursuits in psychology. For more details, visit the program website. Possible Future Job Titles Career options include: Counsellor, Public Sector Worker, Government Agency Worker, Market Researcher, Children and Family Service Provider, Marketer, Human Resource Worker, Statistician, Mental Health Services Worker, and Financial Service Worker. Further Studies If you wish to advance your education, consider the following programs: Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy Graduate Certificate of Counselling and Psychotherapy

About this programme

Overview

The Bachelor of Psychology and Counselling program at Edith Cowan University provides students with the critical skills needed to analyze human behavior and comprehend the intricate interactions between individuals and their environments. This program serves as a solid foundation for those aspiring to pursue advanced studies in psychology and counselling.

What You'll Study

Core Courses Include:

  • Psychology of Motivation and Emotion
  • Dynamic Models of Counselling
  • Therapeutic Practice with Families and Couples
  • Biopsychology, Sensation and Perception
  • Social Determinants of Behaviour
  • Self Development

For a comprehensive view of the curriculum, please visit the program website.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following general requirements:

  • CRICOS: 0100521
  • AQF Cert IV or equivalent
  • Completion of a minimum of 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian provider

English proficiency must be demonstrated through one of the following:

  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 70
  • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 52
  • IELTS: Minimum overall band score of 6.0 (with no individual band less than 6.0)

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program can explore numerous career opportunities across various fields, including:

  • Counsellor
  • Public Sector Worker
  • Government Agency Worker
  • Market Researcher
  • Children and Family Service Provider
  • Marketer
  • Human Resource Worker
  • Statistician
  • Mental Health Services Worker
  • Financial Service Worker

This dual major equips students with the empathy, communication skills, and ability to assess client needs essential for careers in counselling or further academic pursuits in psychology. For more information on career opportunities, please visit the program website.

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