About Bachelor Of Psychological Science (honours) in University of Newcastle

Description

This program provides an accredited Honours level 4th year of study in psychology.  The content of the program includes a number of advanced topics in psychology together with the completion of an Honours level research thesis.

Program learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in the discipline of psychology.
• Communicate effectively and professionally in written and/or oral formats to present an independent exposition of knowledge and ideas to various audiences.
• Use high level cognitive skills to review, analyse and synthesize empirical knowledge to make informed decisions in applied psychology and psychological research.
• Work independently and collaboratively on psychological research projects applying intellectual independence and highly skilled research abilities.
• Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to ethical principles in professional practice and research.
• Demonstrate developing knowledge and skills in the practice of psychology including topics in therapeutic intervention and psychometric testing.
• Apply advanced theoretical and empirical perspectives, critical thinking and independent judgement to extend understanding and create innovative solutions in applied psychology and/or psychology research.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Applicants must have passed All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) with 13 points or from ISC with 83%

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS : 6 With minimum of 6.0 in each band 
• TOEFL : 60 Overall score between 60-78 with the following scores in each band-
• Reading= 13-18
• Listening= 12-19
• Speaking= 18-19
• Writing= 21-23
• PTE : 50 Overall score of 50-57 

University of Newcastle Highlights

University of Newcastle The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

• The tuition fee at the University of Newcastle differs depending upon the degree level and whether one is receiving commonwealth assistance, international education or studying part-time.
• Program cost for some popular undergraduate courses is given below-

• Program cost for some popular graduate courses is stated below-

Accommodation Cost

The institute provides its applicants with an option of choosing a mode of accommodation that suits their needs and requirements best. The cost of different types of accommodation available to aspirants seeking admission to UON is as follows: 

Other expenses

Estimated overall expenditure of a year (excluding tuition fee): 20,290 AUD.

English Proficiency Test Scores For International Students

English Language Proficiency Test scores are a measure of the English Language fluency of the applicants. The University of Newcastle expects all students to fulfill these test score requirements, including students whose first language is English or have studied in an educational institution whose language of instruction is English for at least 4 years. These tests are conducted to provide a structural base so that there is no hindrance to cope with the syllabi.

Note: These scores are course dependent and may vary from course to course and hence, students are advised to be well aware of the minimum score requirements.