COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Psychology program at Western Sydney University is a 140-credit-point degree that provides a comprehensive and structured foundation in psychological science and human behaviour. The program is entirely core-based, ensuring students develop a strong and consistent understanding of key areas in psychology without elective variation. It begins with introductory subjects such as Psychology: Human Behaviour, Psychology: Behavioural Science, and Introduction to Research Methods, which build essential knowledge of psychological principles and research foundations. Students then progress into more advanced areas including Brain and Behaviour, Personality, Perception, Human Learning, Motivation and Emotion, Cognitive Processes, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Social Psychology. The curriculum also places strong emphasis on research and analytical skills through subjects like Experimental Design and Analysis and Advanced Research Methods, preparing students to critically evaluate data and conduct psychological research. This structured progression ensures that graduates gain both theoretical understanding and practical research competence. The degree is designed as a key pathway for students intending to pursue further study in psychology, such as honours and postgraduate qualifications required for professional registration as a psychologist. Overall, the program equips students with strong analytical, communication, and research skills applicable to careers in mental health, counselling support roles, research, and related human services fields.