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Bachelor of Psychological Science (Cognitive Neuroscience)

Degree Level Undergraduate

International students

Start date
February

Campus
Magill
City East

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
MBCN

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 31,000 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2019

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS total [6.0]
  • IELTS reading [6.0]
  • IELTS writing [6.0]
Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
079096A

  • Entry requirements

    Admission criteria

    The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

    Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

    Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

    Recent secondary education
    Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
    AND

    • Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
    • Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
    • Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points

    Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

    OR
    Higher education study

    • Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
    • Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above

    OR
    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above

    OR
    Work and life experience

    • Qualify for Special Entry, or
    • Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
    • Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past

    Essential requirements for admission

    Prerequisites

    None

    Assumed Knowledge

    None

    English language entry requirements

    The program will be open to International students who in addition to the above, are required to also meet English language entry requirements. International students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
    English language test
    • IELTS total [6.0]
    • IELTS reading [6.0]
    • IELTS writing [6.0]
    Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

    Admission Requirements by Country

    Eynesbury FSP370
    German Abitur2.3
    India (best 4)70
    Bangladesh HSC4
    Kenya KCSE (average)B+
    Canada High School (OSSD)75
    Malaysia STPM (best 3)9
    Malaysia UEC26
    Norway GPA3.9
    Pakistan HSSC85
    Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)9
    Sweden GPA15
    UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board9
    Vietnam8.5
    Australia80
    IB (best 6)29
    USA SAT (1600)1270
    HKDSE18
    Nepal NEB2.81
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Aim

The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Cognitive Neuroscience) will provide an integrated knowledge of the biological basis of behaviour with psychology. The three year Bachelor Degree qualifies individuals who apply a broad and coherent body of knowledge, and a depth of specialised practical and research skills in cognitive neuroscience (the basic biology of behaviour) and psychology in the context of the biomedical industry or psychological practice. The program also provides students with a potential pathway to further study in psychology or cognitive neuroscience.

Content & Structure

The three year Bachelor of Psychological Science (Cognitive Neuroscience) requires the completion of 108 units comprising: a 45 unit major in cognitive neuroscience, 45 units of psychology courses, and 18 units of elective courses which may be taken as a minor sequence. The Major in cognitive neuroscience comprises ten courses. The five cognitive neuroscience courses will allow students to focus on their area of specialisation. Students will undertake a foundational cognitive neuroscience course in their first year, a sequenced cognitive neuroscience course in the second year and three advanced cognitive neuroscience courses in the third year. The Major also includes a three course sequence of biological and anatomical courses at the City East campus, with two foundational courses in human anatomy and biological science in the first year, and a human anatomy course in the second year (to build on and extend previous learning in the foundational anatomical course).

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What courses you'll study

Course name Area and cat no. Units Reference  
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2, or 3)
Psychology 1A BEHL 1003 4.5
Human Anatomy 100 HLTH 1020 4.5
Molecules to Tissues A BIOL 1007 4.5
Aboriginal Australians: Culture and Colonisation HUMS 1051 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5, or 6)
Psychology 1B BEHL 1004 4.5
Introductory Research Methods BEHL 2005 4.5
Foundations in Cognitive Neuroscience BEHL 1024 4.5
Professional Development: Counselling and Psychology WELF 1013 4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2, or 3)
Developmental Psychology BEHL 3011 4.5
Cognitive Psychology BEHL 3002 4.5
Human Anatomy 200 HLTH 2022 4.5
Cognitive Neuroscience BEHL 3021 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5, or 6)
Elective 1 4.5 Note(s): 2
Social and Community Psychology BEHL 2006 4.5
Biological and Learning Psychology BEHL 2012 4.5
States of Awareness BEHL 2015 4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2, or 3)
Advanced Research Methods BEHL 3005 4.5
The Neuroscience of Language BEHL 3030 4.5
Specialist Psychology Course 4.5 Note(s): 1
Personality Psychology BEHL 3024 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5, or 6)
Clinical and Abnormal Psychology BEHL 3004 4.5
Elective 2 4.5 Note(s): 2
Neuroscience Across the Lifespan BEHL 3025 4.5
Psychology Research Experience BEHL 3028 4.5 Note(s): 3
SPECIALIST PSYCHOLOGY COURSES
Health Psychology BEHL 3012 4.5
Psychological Assessment BEHL 4003 4.5
Work and Organisational Psychology BEHL 3008 4.5
Language, Context and Social Behaviour BEHL 3023 4.5
Conservation Psychology BEHL 3022 4.5
Psychophysiology of Sleep BEHL 3029 4.5
Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology HLTH 3014 4.5
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    Notes

    1. Specialist Psychology Courses listed above are offered subject to student demand and staff availability. Students planning to apply for an honours degree in psychology either at UniSA or at another institution, must successfully complete the Specialist Psychology Course Introduction to Psychological Assessment (BEHL 4003) in addition to the core psychology courses.

    2. Electives 1 and 2 may be selected from any courses offered in the University subject to any prerequisite requirements (see undergraduate elective courses at http://programs.unisa.edu.au/public/pcms/Home/Undergraduateelectives.aspx). Students may also use these electives to take additional Specialist Psychology Courses subject to prerequisite requirements.

    3. Students may be required to obtain a police clearance or complete other workplace specific induction, training or clearance procedures prior to the commencement of the Psychology Research Experience.

Professional accreditation and recognition

This program is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

Program Director

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Primary director

Contact us

Australian students

Phone: +61 8 8302 2376
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

International students

Phone: +61 8 9627 4854
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

For further information please visit unisa.edu.au/study
Information correct at the time of publication. CRICOS provider number 00121B.
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