University of Canberra

Course Details

Bachelor of Management/Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Course Description

Accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council and approved by the Australian Psychological Society (now that’s credibility), this Double Degree will give you a broad understanding of the theory and practice of management in areas such as finance, IT, leadership and business analysis, and enable you to apply your analytical and creative skills within a variety of disciplinary and cultural backgrounds. From a psychology perspective (and you’ll certainly gain a bit of perspective with these qualifications!), you’ll be able to explore the science behind the discipline, apply research methods to conduct studies, ethically interpret the results and write reports according to APA conventions. Aiming for a rewarding career as a counsellor, youth worker or in HR, marketing, industrial relations or in training and development? It’s time to get mentally prepared! Combine a Bachelor of Management / Bachelor of Science in Psychology at UC and you will: acquire a broad understanding of the theory and practice of management, be able to recognize specific problem solving contexts and apply your analytical and creative skills within a variety of disciplinary and cultural backgrounds specialise in a range of management areas, including finance, IT, governance, leadership, HR, business analysis or communications acquire an understanding of the scientific basis of the discipline of psychology and understand the research methods used by psychologists gain an ability to apply research methods to design and conduct studies, analyse and interpret results and write research reports using APA conventions understand the application of values, research and professional ethics in psychological research and in other professional contexts.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
5year

Career outcomes

Career opportunities Opportunities exist for Bachelor of Management / Bachelor of Science in Psychology graduates in the public or private sectors, including in: Clinical Psychology Counselling Policy and Research Youth Work Consumer Research Advertising and Marketing Human Resources Industrial Relations Training and Development Program Co-ordination and Welfare.

Bachelor of Management/Bachelor of Science in Psychology University of Canberra