Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Southern Queensland

Program Overview

This double degree blends the art of understanding human behaviour with practical business expertise. It’s ideal for students who want to shape workplaces, lead teams, and make decisions grounded in psychological insight while mastering essential business skills.

Curriculum Structure:

Year 1: You’ll start with the foundations of both fields, exploring courses like Data Insights and Financial Fundamentals and Introduction to Psychology. Early on, you’ll learn how human behaviour influences business decisions and develop critical analytical skills that set the stage for deeper study.

Year 2: Dive into more specialised areas with courses such as Organisational Behaviour, Statistics for Psychology, and Marketing Principles. You’ll gain hands-on experience applying psychological principles to business challenges, learning to read team dynamics and consumer behaviour.

Year 3: Focus shifts toward leadership and applied practice with units like Human Resource Management, Research Methods in Psychology, and Emergent Leadership. You’ll engage in projects that mirror real-world business and psychological scenarios, building your problem-solving and management confidence.

Year 4: Consolidate your knowledge and prepare for professional life with advanced units, potentially including Strategic Management, Applied Psychology Practicum, and your chosen business major. You’ll complete integrative projects that show how business strategy and human insight work hand in hand.

Focus Areas: Business strategy, leadership, human resource management, marketing, psychology, applied research.

Learning Outcomes: Analyze human behaviour, design business solutions, lead teams effectively, apply psychological insights in professional contexts.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation): The Human Resource Management major is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute, and the Psychology major is APAC-accredited, setting you on a clear path to professional recognition.

Reputation (Employability Rankings): UniSQ is well-regarded nationally and internationally, with strong recognition in QS and THE rankings, reflecting the practical and research-focused edge of its graduates.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

If you choose the Bachelor of Business + Bachelor of Science (Psychology) at UniSQ, you’ll be stepping into a program that is designed around doing, not just reading. From the start, you’ll develop skills that employers actually want, applying psychological principles to real business challenges and understanding workplace dynamics from a human-centered perspective. The degree also lets you tailor your learning to your career goals, choosing majors like HR, marketing, or information systems, so every project, case study, and simulation aligns with practical, industry-relevant experience. It’s about building a career-ready toolkit while exploring what truly excites you in both business and psychology:

Here’s how you’ll gain hands-on, practical experience in this program:

Apply psychological insights to improve decision-making and workplace culture through practitioner-focused projects.
Engage in business simulations and case studies tailored to your chosen major, such as marketing campaigns or financial planning exercises.
Develop leadership and management skills through emergent leadership projects and team-based learning.
Use data-driven tools and business analytics to solve real-world organisational problems.
Access industry-aligned learning experiences that integrate research, current business practices, and applied psychology.

This degree is built for students who want learning that translates directly into real-world career skills.

Progression & Future Opportunities

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Business + Bachelor of Science (Psychology) at UniSQ, you’ll be equipped to step confidently into a career that blends understanding human behaviour with practical business expertise. Many graduates move into roles such as HR advisor, marketing specialist, IT project manager, welfare officer, or youth worker, giving you the flexibility to work across public, private, and community sectors.

Here’s what this means for you:

UniSQ Careers and Employability Services: Access dedicated career guidance, resume workshops, and industry networking events to help you launch your career.
Professional Accreditation: The Human Resource Management major is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute, and the Psychology major meets APAC standards for further registration as a psychologist.
Industry Connections: UniSQ partners with businesses and community organisations, giving you opportunities to apply your skills in real-world settings and build professional networks.
Graduate Outcomes: Completing this double degree sets you apart in the job market, with two official testamurs and skills that are directly aligned with industry needs.

Further Academic Progression:
After finishing this program, you can continue your studies in areas like an Honours year in Psychology, or postgraduate degrees in Business, Psychology, or related fields. These pathways allow you to specialise further, work toward full psychologist registration, or enhance leadership and management expertise for senior business roles.