Make a Career of Understanding People

Human behaviour is diverse, and so is this course. You'll study an array of fascinating subjects including cognitive psychology, human resource management, personality and individual differences, statistics and research methods, and punishment, justice and reform.

When you graduate, you'll be attractive to both the private and the public sectors, and qualified for roles in human services, human resource management, marketing and advertising, policy development, research, welfare, community and youth work, and health care settings.

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Course Structure

Total units: 24 Psychological Studies Major: 14 units

Course Units

Psychological Studies Major Units

• Information Methods
• Introduction to Sociology
• Introduction to Psychology 1
• Introduction to Psychology 2
• Cultural Perspectives on Science and Technology
• Learning and Communication Behaviour
• Statistics and Research Methods (SPSS Software)
• Psychology of Wellbeing
• Psychology of Adolescence
• Cognitive Psychology
• Personality and Individual Differences
• Applied Social Psychology
• Psychology of Mental Health
• Psychology of Health

Minor Units

You must complete at least one minor from the list below:

• Criminology Minor
• Sociology Minor
• HR Management Minor
• Marketing Minor
• Indigenous Minor
• Public Relations Minor
• Social Statistics Minor

Electives

If you complete two minors, you'll need to take 2 elective units to complete your course. If you only complete one minor, you'll need to take 6 elective units. Electives can be any undergraduate unit offered by OUA.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about the units for this course.

Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice. You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information.

Did You Know? Survey results show that a Bachelor Degree increases earnings by about 30%. Australian Council for Educational Research - Nov 08

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Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.

Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are 6 modules available:

• An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
• Setting Study Goals and Objectives
• Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
• Getting to Know Your Study Materials
• Scheduling Tasks and Time
• Preparing for and Sitting Exams

Each module can be completed within 3 hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

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Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

• Student advisors
• Online forums
• Study groups
• Online library resources
• Online guidance on study skills and writing
• A dedicated student association

About Swinburne University of Technology & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

This arts course is delivered by Swinburne University of Technology, in partnership with OUA.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne University of Technology has a strong international reputation as a provider of career-oriented education.

Swinburne's focus on career relevance is supported by its pioneering Industry Based Learning (IBL) program, which helps improve graduates' employment prospects. Swinburne's degree programs focus primarily on business and technology and feature units developed to encourage adaptability, entrepreneurship and the building of specialised skills.

Learn more about Swinburne University of Technology.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.

Enquire now to find out about course prices, FEE-HELP and more.