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Psychology

Qualification

Bachelor of Psychology
Psychological Science

Do you love exploring what makes people think and act the way they do? In this course, you’ll learn established psychological knowledge and methods of investigation, along with the latest developments and exciting new trends in the field, and acquire a Bachelor of Psychology.

Key Information

Duration and course structure

8 trimesters, to be completed in 3 years, or 6 trimesters to be completed in 2 years (fast-track), 24 units, 72 credit points

Intake dates

January, May, September

Mode of delivery

On campus

Fees*

AED 179,880 for the entire course (24 units).

Tuition fees are inclusive of VAT.

*Note: Tuition fees exclude the cost of course study materials.

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About our Bachelor of Psychology (Psychological Science)

You’ll learn about all the major fields in Psychology, including human development through our lifespan; biological, social, and cultural influences on the person’s perception, emotion, learning, language, personality and individual differences, abilities and disabilities, psychological health and wellbeing, and psychological disorders.

The Bachelor of Psychology allows you to study Psychological Science while developing specialist expertise in social and developmental psychology. You’ll explore cutting-edge research, practical applications, and gain insights into how we understand ourselves and others.

This course allows you to build a valuable portfolio of technical and interpersonal skills and gives you the chance to develop superior analytical skills alongside contemporary scientific research methods for investigating human minds and behaviour. It will give you an in-depth understanding of human behaviour that you can use across many industries.

Reasons to study Psychology at Murdoch University

  • This course is the first step in the process of becoming a licensed psychologist.
  • In your first year Bachelor of Psychology modules, you will be exposed to how research projects are conducted, and consider psychological issues through a cross-cultural lens.
  • A five-star rating in psychology for learning materials, experience, skill development, and teaching quality.

A Bachelor of  Psychology will put you one step forward to becoming an esteemed psychologist.

Recommended double majors

  • Criminology
  • Human Resources Management
  • Management
  • Marketing

Career opportunities

  • Psychologist (with further study)
  • Human Resources or Marketing Officer
  • Manager
  • Researcher

Course structure

B1413 – Bachelor of Psychology

Course Core – 3 cp

  • COM100 Thinking Communication (3 cp)

Major in Psychological Science – 36 cp

  • PSY101 Introduction to Cultural Psychology (3 cp)
  • PSY141 Introduction to Psychological Science (3 cp)
  • PSY173 Introduction to Psychological Research Methods (3 cp)
  • PSY251 Biological Psychology (3 cp)
  • PSY285 Social Psychology (3 cp)
  • PSY286 Developmental Psychology (3 cp)
  • PSY294 Cognitive Psychology (3 cp)
  • PSY388 Psychological Conditions (3 cp)
  • PSY391 Psychology: Individual Differences and Performance (3 cp)
  • PSY301 Advanced Psychological Research Methods (3 cp)
  • PSY202 Psychological Research Methods (3 cp)
  • PSY382 Psychology of Ageing (3 cp)

Discovery Units – 3 cp (Select one)

  • TLC100 AI in the Workplace (3 cp)
  • TLC200 Building Employability Skills (3 cp)
  • COM203 Consulting and Freelancing (3 cp)
  • TLC101 Communication Skills for Undergraduate Study (3 cp)
  • COM101 Social Media (3 cp)

Options – 30 cp

Double Major – With a double major, you’ll complete two majors under one degree, usually in the same timeframe as a single degree. When you graduate, you’ll receive one bachelor’s degree with recognition of both majors. Please see below for list of approved double majors.

OR

Electives – you can choose elective units to the value of 30 credit points. When choosing electives, you must be sure you have satisfied pre-requisite requirements.

B1413 – Bachelor of Psychology

Academic entry requirements

Students must meet the minimum academic qualifications required for admission to this course.

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English language entry requirements

Students must be able to demonstrate English language proficiency before being admitted to this course.

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Faculty Profile – Psychology

Discipline Lead – Dr. Magdalena Mosanya

Dr Magdalena Mosanya holds a PhD in Psychology from the Institute of Psychology of the Polish Academy of Sciences, an MSc in psychology from Middlesex University, and an MA in cultural anthropology and communication from Silesian University. She is the Discipline Lead for Psychology and Criminology, as well as Student Counsellor at Murdoch University Dubai.

Dr Magdalena’s extensive research experience is reflected in her authorship of numerous scientific publications and speeches given at international conferences. Her research interests span a wide range of areas, including intercultural communication, the well-being of third culture kids (TCKs), sports psychology, and women’s emancipation. In addition, she is proficient in various therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy and EMDR.

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