Program summary

Program title: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business (Psychology and Human Resource Management
Award abbreviation: BA/BBus
QTAC code: 016501 
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-15 / Rank-69
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English, Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 384
USC program code: AB306
CRICOS code: 058145D. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.

Gain skills and knowledge to work as a human resources professional, or complete further study to become a registered psychologist.

In this program you blend study in psychology with courses in human resource management, workplace relations, leadership and team dynamics, and management strategy. The program provides knowledge of theories, methods and research findings in psychology, and teaches you to apply this knowledge to human resource activities such as recruitment, selection, motivation, training and development, and management of organisational change. 

Career opportunities

Human resources management, recruitment, staff development and training, industrial relations, employment relations, psychology (with further study).

Professional recognition

Graduates may become members of the Australian Human Resources Institute; Australian Institute of Management; Australian Institute of Training and Development.

The Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) has accredited Pathway 1 of the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business (Psychology and Human Resource Management) as a three-year undergraduate sequence in psychology. Following successful completion of an accredited honours year plus either further accredited postgraduate study or supervision following the guidelines of the Psychologists Registration Board in their state or territory, graduates may be eligible for registration as a psychologist in that state or territory.

Honours

USC offers an accredited honours year—the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours)—to which you can gain direct entry upon completion of Pathway 1. Please note that a minimum grade point average in the Pathway 1 psychology courses is required for honours entry.

Study Plan

This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.

For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:

• Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
• Select the program in which you are enrolled.
• Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

• Complete either Pathway 1 or Pathway 2.
• Complete 32 required courses in Pathway 1, or
• Complete 26 required courses, 1 Arts and Social Sciences Minor and 2 Arts and Social Sciences electives in Pathway 2.
• Complete a maximum of 5 introductory level courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
• Register any selected Majors and Minors with Student Administration.

Program notes

• Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
• Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
• As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
• Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.

Program structure

Pathway 1

This pathway may lead to direct entry into the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) program, subject to achievement of a minimum grade point average in Psychology courses.

Year 1

Core courses: (1)

Select 1 core courses from:

Required courses: (7)

Year 2

Year 3

Required courses: (8)

Year 4

Required courses: (8)

TOTAL UNITS 384

Pathway 2

This pathway will not lead to direct entry to the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Honours) program.

Indirect entry to the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) program would require completion of 6 further Psychology courses, and would be subject to achievement of a minimum grade point average in Psychology courses.

Year 1

Core courses: (2)
Complete 2 core courses - ONE in your first Semester and ONE in your second Semester

Select 2 core courses from:

Required courses: (6)

Year 2

Required courses: (8)

PLUS select 2 from:

Year 3

Required courses: (6)

PLUS select 2 from:

Minor courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from your chosen Arts and Social Sciences Minor study area.

Year 4

Required courses: (4)

Minor courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from your chosen Arts and Social Sciences Minor study area.

Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

TOTAL UNITS 384

The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.

Enquiries

How to apply

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Tel: +61 7 5430 1259

Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Email: businessinfo@usc.edu.au

Program Leader - Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Professor Mary Katsikitis
Tel: +61 7 5456 5034
Email: mkatsiki@usc.edu.au

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