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Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Studies

Charles Sturt University

CRICOS provider number: 00005F TEQSA provider ID: PRV12018

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About

Gain fascinating insights into human nature relevant to every community, career and workplace. Start your career or upskill in your current role with the Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Studies from Charles Sturt University.

The course provides a pathway into the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology), which is then a pathway to the Bachelor of Psychology. In this undergraduate certificate you'll study four subjects from the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and when you transition into that bachelor's, you'll receive credit for the subjects you've already completed in your certificate.

You’ll benefit from Charles Sturt University's smaller classes, supportive and personalised learning and dedicated lecturers who are leaders in their field.

You can apply for entry to the Undergraduate Certificate in Psychological Studies with a high school certificate, a Certificate III (or higher), a Tertiary Preparation Certificate or relevant work experience.

Areas of study

Psychology

Career opportunities

Pathway to your bachelor’s. This course provides a pathway into the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology), which is then a pathway to the Bachelor of Psychology. In this undergraduate certificate you'll study four subjects from the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and when you transition into that bachelor's, you’ll receive credit for the subjects you’ve already completed in your certificate.

Fees and charges

The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Visit the Charles Sturt University website for current fee information.

Essential requirements for admission

Graduate or prior study status: If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your undergraduate degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker.

English language proficiency: Standard English Language Proficiency requirements

Admission criteria

  • A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent); or
  • A completed AQF Certificate III (or higher) qualification; or
  • A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies; or
  • Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of at least two years full time or equivalent, evidenced by a detailed resume;

Other applicants

Refer to the Charles Sturt University general admission criteria.

Further information

View all details of this course on the Charles Sturt University website.

ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

  1. This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
  2. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
  3. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.

Abbreviations

– = data is not available.
<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria

Student profile

Course updates
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Contact us
For more information about any of Charles Sturt University's courses, call Charles Sturt University on 1800 275 278 or search the Charles Sturt University website.

Study Link
Study Link is Charles Sturt University’s Preparation for University Study program, offering a suite of over 20 short, self-paced subjects that have been designed to help build academic skills, fill knowledge gaps and give you practical experience and confidence in studying online. Study Link subjects help your transition to university study, with dedicated subject coordinators available to help you along the way.

Study Link subjects are non-credit bearing and free for most Australian residents. For more information, visit Study Link on the Charles Sturt University website.