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Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Human Resource Management)

  • Bachelor

This course provides a foundation in psychology and human resource management, equipping students with skills for various professional roles and further studies. Graduates can pursue careers in HR, health services, and psychology with additional training.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 years full-time
Course Code
B-PSYCHRM, 080702G
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$11,200 per year
International Fees
$39,078 per year / $156,312 total
ATAR
70

About this course

Overview

This course provides a good basis in the scientific discipline of psychology alongside applications in human resource management professions.

You will gain highly marketable knowledge and skills that will enable you to engage with a range of managers, professionals and consultants.

You'll graduate with the skills to work in human resource management, health and community services, employment and training, welfare agencies and development.

You'll also be prepared to pursue graduate studies in either professional application or research.

To become a registered psychologist after graduating from this course, you must complete an additional year of psychology study and two years of skills-based training.

This can be a physically and mentally challenging course. Please familiarise yourself with the inherent requirements before applying.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

Select an option that best suits you:

You're considered a high school leaver if you:

  • Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
  • Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.

ATAR pathway

  • Guaranteed ATAR 70
  • Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)

Subjects you must have studied in high school to be eligible for entry into a course.

There are no essential WACE subjects for this course.

  • Desirable WACE subjects

Desirable WACE subjects

High school subjects that aren't essential for entry into the course, but provide a good foundation.

  • Mathematics Applications or Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one ATAR science course from the following list:
  • Biology
  • Human Biology, or
  • Psychology

Please see our correlation comparability for previous TEE subjects, WACE courses and WACE ATAR courses.

StepUp Entry

StepUp grants additional ATAR points to help eligible students qualify for admission.

Successful StepUp Entry and StepUp Equity Adjustment Admission Pathway (StepUp Bonus) applicants will be eligible to be considered for admission into this course.

Alternative pathways

  • UniReady

If you don't meet our minimum admission criteria, the UniReady Enabling Program can help you qualify for entry into a range of undergraduate courses.

  • Certificate IV + English Competency

The certificate IV is the minimum requirement for university entry. It qualifies you for entry to Curtin courses with a 70 ATAR. You must also meet English language proficiency and check that you meet any extra subject prerequisites (where applicable).

  • Indigenous applicant

If you're an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant who hasn't met Curtin's minimum admissions criteria, the Centre for Aboriginal Studies offers bridging courses that are tailored to help you gain entry into this course.

  • STAT entry

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin's English proficiency requirements.

Written English and either MC Verbal or Quantitative

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

You may demonstrate English proficiency using the following tests and qualifications.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

  • Writing: 6
  • Speaking: 6
  • Reading: 6
  • Listening: 6
  • Overall band score: 6.5

What you will learn

  • apply psychological theory to evidence based practice and extend the boundaries of knowledge through research; discriminate between valid discipline knowledge and questionable esoteric theory and practice; select and apply theories, concepts and techniques to describe, understand, analyse and evaluate management issues and problems
  • apply logical and rational processes to critically analyse problems and generate innovative solutions to psychological questions; think critically and creatively to generate solutions to management problems and apply logical and rational processes to make decisions
  • access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information and evidence from a range of sources applicable to psychology; access, evaluate and synthesise information from multiple sources to make valid and supported judgments about management issues
  • communicate effectively with individuals, groups and communities; communicate in ways appropriate to the management discipline for various audiences and contexts
  • select and effectively use appropriate technologies relevant to psychological research and practice; use and apply technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations when applied to management
  • demonstrate ability for self-directed learning and reflective practice; take responsibility for their own learning by demonstrating initiative in finding new information and actively participating in varied learning experiences
  • demonstrate knowledge and understanding of international perspectives in psychology; think globally and consider management issues from a variety of perspectives
  • demonstrate understanding and respect for human rights and cultural diversity; actively support the value of cultural diversity in improving business and professional practice
  • independently and collaboratively apply professional skills in an ethical manner; demonstrate leadership, ethical practice and professional integrity when working within a team and independently

Career pathways

Careers
  • Human resources consultant
  • Recruitment consultant
  • Public relations consultant

With further study:

  • Registered psychologist
  • Endorsed psychologist
Industries
  • Healthcare
  • Health marketing and promotion
  • Education
  • Government

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice
  • Curtin Perth

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

Apply now

  • The offering information on this website applies only to future students. Current students should refer to faculty handbooks for current or past course information.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Psychology courses at Curtin University.
85%
Overall satisfaction
88.4%
Skill scale
63.3%
Teaching scale
53%
Employed full-time
$58.7k
Average salary