Bachelor of Psychological Studies Graduate entry

The Bachelor of Psychological Studies (Graduate Entry) at Flinders University is an accelerated, one-year program designed for graduates from non-psychology backgrounds who want to transition into psychology. It provides a nationally recognised psychology major, helping students build a strong understanding of human behaviour and progress toward further accredited psychology study.

Curriculum Structure

Program Duration (1 Year – Intensive Graduate Entry)
This program compresses core psychology learning into an accelerated format, allowing students to complete the equivalent of a psychology major in just one year. You will study key areas such as Research Methods, Cognition and Learning, and Personality and Social Psychology, building both theoretical knowledge and analytical skills.

The curriculum also covers applied and advanced topics including Psychological Assessment and Measurement, Human Development, and Clinical Psychology, ensuring you gain a well-rounded understanding of behaviour across different contexts.

A strong emphasis is placed on research and data analysis, helping you develop the scientific thinking required for further psychology training or related careers.

Focus Areas (in a string):

Cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, personality, clinical psychology, psychological assessment, research methods

Learning Outcomes (in a string):

Understanding human behaviour through scientific frameworks, developing research and analytical skills, applying psychological theory to real-world contexts, preparing for further accredited psychology study

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

Provides a nationally recognised psychology major equivalent, forming a pathway toward Honours and further postgraduate study required for psychologist registration in Australia.

Reputation (Employability & Outcomes):

Designed as a career-switching degree, this program enables graduates to move into psychology-related fields such as human resources, research, marketing, policy, and community services, while also opening doors to professional psychology pathways.