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This program is taught across multiple campuses and students may be required to study at more than one campus in order to complete the degree.
Duration is approximate and based on a full-time study load. 3 year(s) full-time Your study will be a mix of online and on-campus classes. Program code Full time or part time Indicative fees Indicative feesCommonwealth Supported students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution. Fee-Paying programs require the full tuition fees of your study, which can be deferred partly or in full to a FEE-HELP loan. This is based on the total number of units studied for this program on an annual full-time basis.
Commonwealth Supported Prerequisite PrerequisiteA prerequisite is a required course or/subject that you must have successfully completed before you can enrol into this program.
Assumed knowledge Assumed knowledgeAssumed knowledge, while not essential, is where you have a minimum level of understanding in the relevant course area.
To be eligible for admission, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission:
Recent secondary education (Year 12)
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Higher education study
Overseas qualifications considered by Adelaide University as equivalent to the above Australian qualifications may be accepted.
Work and life experience
Applications for Australian students to study at Adelaide University will open in August 2025, to commence study in 2026.
Please note that entry requirements for this degree are provisional and subject to change.
Why do people act the way they do? What makes one person behave in one way, and another completely differently? With psychology, you’ll unravel these mysteries and more. It’s not just about mental health – it’s about understanding human behaviour in every corner of society.
Discover how history, society and culture shape our views of ourselves and others. Learn to gather and apply evidence, separating fact from fiction in today’s digital age of misinformation. Deepen your active listening and empathy with practical experiences that bring theory to life. Embrace the richness of cross-cultural psychology, developing skills to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
Our Bachelor of Psychology prepares you for a huge range of exciting careers where people are at the centre of everything you do.
Study psychology and join a fascinating and dynamic field with career pathways into a wide variety of areas.
Psychology can impact education – informing teaching methods to engage and motivate students. Or it can help interpret market trends and consumer behaviour in a business context. In the tech field, psychology is driving the design of user-friendly products and human-machine interactions. Guided by ethics and social contexts, psychology’s influence spans politics, global diplomacy, law and justice.
With its focus on understanding human behaviour, our Bachelor of Psychology offers endless opportunities to make a difference. Learn to think like a psychologist, studying real-world problems in personal, professional and community contexts. Reflect on information sources and validity, developing important skills in critical thinking. Discover techniques to develop rapport, ask effective questions, and communicate clearly and with cultural sensitivity – skills that will serve you well in a huge range of contexts and careers.
For those interested in becoming a registered psychologist, further study is required through our Bachelor of Psychology (Honours).
Through the Bachelor of Psychology, you’ll study twelve core psychology courses that are common to all psychology specialisations. These courses are focused on building your theoretical understanding of psychology, critical, analytical and research skills, and your ability to apply an understanding of human behaviour in a variety of contexts.
Throughout your studies, you’ll develop knowledge in health and developmental psychology, building insight into healthy development across the lifespan. Studying Indigenous and Cross-Cultural Psychology will give you the knowledge, skills and values to work with culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
You’ll learn to undertake psychological research, helping you to analyse and interpret data to draw insightful conclusions. You’ll also develop a deeper understanding of the different ways psychology can relate to individuals and groups.
In your final year, you’ll undertake an industry placement in a mental health or community organisation where you’ll gain practical experience alongside important industry connections.
Assessments for this degree include online quizzes and tests, case studies, written assignments, presentations, research reports, reflective practice, and supervised exams.
Did you know that you can also choose a Bachelor of Psychology with a major in one of the following:
You're required to complete 144 units to complete your degree, across a mix of core courses, elective and work integrated learning. A list of indicative courses is provided below.
Core courses Work integrated learning Electives No Major MajorComplete 90 units for ALL of the following:
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG Common Core 1 | AUXX1000 | 6 | |
| UG Common Core 2 | AUXX2000 | 6 | |
| UG Common Core 3 | AUXX3000 | 6 | |
| Introductory Psychology Research Methods | PSYC1000 | 6 | |
| Psychology of Individuals | PSYC1001 | 6 | |
| Psychology of Groups | PSYC1002 | 6 | |
| Health and Developmental Psychology | PSYC1003 | 6 | |
| Insights into Data and Research in Psychology | PSYC2000 | 6 | |
| Insights into Psychology of Groups | PSYC2002 | 6 | |
| Insights into Health and Developmental Psychology | PSYC2003 | 6 | |
| Insights into Psychology of Individuals | PSYC2001 | 6 | |
| Advanced Research Methods in Psychology | PSYC3007 | 6 | |
| Advanced Psychology of Individuals | PSYC3001 | 6 | |
| Advanced Psychology of Groups | PSYC3002 | 6 | |
| Advanced Health and Developmental Psychology | PSYC3003 | 6 | |
Complete exactly 6 units from the following:
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology placement | PSYC3900 | 6 | |
Complete 0 to 48 units from the following:
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elective 1 | AUXX1011 | 6 | |
| Elective 2 | AUXX1012 | 6 | |
| Elective 3 | AUXX1013 | 6 | |
| Elective 4 | AUXX1014 | 6 | |
| Elective 5 | AUXX1015 | 6 | |
| Elective 6 | AUXX1016 | 6 | |
| Elective 7 | AUXX1017 | 6 | |
| Elective 8 | AUXX1018 | 6 | |
Complete at least 48 units from the following:
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elective 1 | AUXX1011 | 6 | |
| Elective 2 | AUXX1012 | 6 | |
| Elective 3 | AUXX1013 | 6 | |
| Elective 4 | AUXX1014 | 6 | |
| Elective 5 | AUXX1015 | 6 | |
| Elective 6 | AUXX1016 | 6 | |
| Elective 7 | AUXX1017 | 6 | |
| Elective 8 | AUXX1018 | 6 | |
| Foundations in Cognitive Neuroscience | PSYC1004 | 6 | |
| Human Anatomy 100 | BIOL1006 | 6 | |
| Biology | BIOL1000 | 6 | |
| Cognitive Neuroscience | PSYC2004 | 6 | |
| Human Anatomy 200 | BIOL2018 | 6 | |
| Data Science for Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology | PSYC2006 | 6 | |
| The Neuroscience of Language | PSYC3006 | 6 | |
| Neuroscience across the Lifespan | PSYC3010 | 6 | |
| Counselling Foundations | PSYC1005 | 6 | |
| Interpersonal skills, communication skills, teamwork | SOCS1000 | 6 | |
| Counselling Skills | PSYC2005 | 6 | |
| Counselling Interventions | SOWK2000 | 6 | |
| Working with Community | SOWK3001 | 6 | |
| Principles and Applications 1 | PSYC3008 | 6 | |
| Principles and Applications 2 | PSYC3009 | 6 | |
| Group Work | PSYC1009 | 6 | |
Complete one Major from the following:
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counselling and Interpersonal Skills | COUNBPSYC | 48 | |
| Cognitive Neuroscience | COGNBPSYC | 48 | |
With its focus on understanding human behaviour, our Bachelor of Psychology provides an exceptional foundation for work in a diverse range areas.
You might work in community and welfare services, improving outcomes for vulnerable people and their communities. You might research attitudes and consumer behaviour, guiding organisations to adopt more sustainable practices. You may work in a tech start-up that is pushing boundaries with new human-device technology, helping to streamline the user experience.
Other areas you might work include:
If you wish to become a registered psychologist, further study is required through our Bachelor of Psychology (Honours).
Graduates with deep understanding of human behaviour are highly sought-after in many industries including education and training, public health, market and consumer research, and technology industries.
With waitlists for mental health services continuing to climb, the demand for qualified mental health professionals has never been greater (APS, 2022).
By 2026 alone, employment for in the health care and social assistance sectors is projected to grow by 15.8% (+301,000 new jobs) (Australian Government, 2022).
Adelaide University is working through relevant approvals for program accreditation ahead of students commencing at the institution in 2026.
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Applications for Australian students to study at Adelaide University will open in August 2025, to commence study in 2026.
Please note that entry requirements for this degree are provisional and subject to change.
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Expand allFrom August 2025 you can apply as a domestic student for entry to Adelaide University in 2026.
Applications for 2026 will be via SATAC for most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs. A direct application process will be available for 100% online degrees at a later date. In the meantime, you could start your degree at UniSA or the University of Adelaide and continue at Adelaide University.
Adelaide University is South Australia’s largest university with seven campuses across the state. Adelaide City Campus is in the heart of the central business district (including eastern and western precincts), while our Magill, Mawson Lakes and Waite campuses are located within the inner suburbs of Adelaide. Our Mount Gambier, Roseworthy and Whyalla campuses are set in the regions of South Australia. Building on our digital and online learning successes, we aim to also deliver online education to more students than any other Australian university.
Each of our campuses is equipped with cutting-edge, discipline specific facilities, contemporary study spaces and well-resourced libraries. Our city and suburban campuses also feature on-site gyms and eateries, and health services on, or nearby, campus.
You will be well supported academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually with access to on-campus facilities and services such as counselling, learning support, childcare, prayer rooms and more.
You will be well supported through a range of services at Adelaide University to ensure you get the most out of your student experience. Support services include:
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Adelaide University will open in January 2026. Your studies will start at different times depending on what study period you’ve applied for. Adelaide University is currently using a semester model, which means most degrees start in Semester 1. Some degrees are also available to start in mid-year, sometimes with a different degree structure.
Studies at Adelaide University typically commence in:
Some degrees, such as the Bachelor of Medical Studies and Master of Business Administration, will have different starting dates. View the relevant degree page for more detail.
For other key dates, including census dates and exam periods, you can view our Academic calendar.
Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.
You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.
We’re here to support you on your student journey. Adelaide University offers a range of support services and facilities, including:
You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.
