Build on your knowledge of how people behave, think and feel by examining brain function, memory, conscious experience, lifespan development, social behaviour and the full spectrum of functional and dysfunctional behaviour.
You'll complete a combination of compulsory courses, focusing on specialised areas of psychology and preparing you for academic research.
A year-long honours research thesis is the major component of this program. Choose between an individual or team project, in which you will develop a relevant topic, apply methodologies and present your written conclusions.
Honours in psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. For more information on becoming a registered psychologist, visit the School of Psychology website.
This field of study is only available for Semester 1 entry.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Behavioural psychologist
- Developmental psychologist
- Child and adolescent psychologist
- Employee assistance program psychologist
- Psychiatrist
- Family therapist
- Counsellor
- Careers counsellor
- Drug and alcohol counsellor
- Crisis counsellor
My studies gave me really useful skills in research, critical thinking and communication. It gave me unique perspectives to draw on in the workplace – from scientific, psychological and First Nations learnings.
My studies gave me really useful skills in research, critical thinking and communication. It gave me unique perspectives to draw on in the workplace – from scientific, psychological and First Nations learnings.
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Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Research experience
- Laboratory work
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Psychological Research Methodology IV
- The Scientist-Practitioner Model
- Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Applied Social Psychology
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