Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Business
The University of Newcastle
CRICOS provider number: 00109J TEQSA provider ID: PRV12056
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Use science to understand people. This combined program prepares you to work in a broad range of industries where you can positively impact the way businesses operate and the lives of others.
The combined Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Business investigates broad business skills that incorporate understanding of ethical, economic, regulatory and global perspectives, complemented with a deep understanding of psychological processes and principles.
Together, these skills form a dynamic foundation which can be implemented to improve business practices, better understand corporate culture, and inform strategic direction.
Areas of study
Clinical psychology and psychological disorders, cognition and information processing, developmental psychology, entrepreneurship and innovation, human resource management, international business, leadership and management, marketing, neuroscience, perceptual processes and learning theory, politics and international relations, research methodology, social psychology and personality, statistics, tourism and event management.
Note: Many courses are available online. Not all majors in the Bachelor of Business are available on both campuses.
Career opportunities
Market research analyst, human resources manager, careers counsellor, brand manager, recruitment consultant, organisational development manager, training and development manager, case worker, mediator.
A registered psychologist role (including clinical psychologist) requires additional study (an Honours plus relevant Masters degree).
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Business is accredited through the Australian Marketing Institute (marketing major) and the Australian Human Resource Institute (human resource management major).
The Newcastle Business School is accredited with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs.
The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved by the Psychology Board of Australia.
It is the first step on the path to becoming a registered professional psychologist.
Upon completion of an APAC accredited undergraduate degree, a further minimum of three years education and training in
psychology is required to register as a psychologist in Australia.
Practical experience
Career-ready placement and research opportunities can be sought with Research Labs, the University of Newcastle Psychology Community Clinic and external agencies. Students will access psychology labs and equipment.
They will undertake pre-professional courses each year, preparing for professional practice with guest lectures and problem-based workshops.
The Bachelor of Business integrates opportunities for you to gain national and international workplace experience and professional mentoring, building practical skills and work-ready graduates.
Honours
Available as an additional year (or part time equivalent) to meritorious students.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Standard or higher, English Standard or higher.
Recommended studies: Biology, English Advanced.
If you have not previously studied one or more of these subjects or have limited knowledge in them, we strongly encourage you to consider enrolling in bridging courses. NUPrep Bridging provides free academic preparation and support short courses, available both on campus and online, to complete before starting your degree.
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Applicants with higher education study
If you have completed or partially completed higher education studies, your grade point average can be converted into a selection rank for admission into our undergraduate programs.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
If you completed or partially completed competency-based vocational education and training (such as TAFE, a private Registered Training Provider, or vocational studies undertaken in high school), this can be used to determine your eligibility for admission.
Completion of studies at an AQF Level 4 (Cert IV) or higher Guarantees Entry into many of our undergraduate programs.
Review the Guaranteed Entry Admission Scheme.
Applicants with work and life experience
If you do not have an ATAR (or equivalent) or formal qualification, Newcastle University offers a range of pathways toward your preferred degree. No matter what your age or experience, there is a place for you.
Advanced standing
If you have completed prior studies at another higher education institution or registered training organisation, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your undergraduate degree. Please note that you must apply for admission before applying for credit.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Newcastle website.
University of Newcastle degrees
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
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 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- 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.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- 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
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit University of Newcastle degrees.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year Bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.