Bachelor of Psychological Science, Bachelor of Business and Enterprise

2024 course information for Domestic Students
2024 course information for International Students

updated 6:01 AM on Sat, 27 May

Domestic snapshot

International snapshot

IELTS
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ATAR
N/A
Duration
4 years full-time; 8 years part-time
4 years full-time
Location
Gold Coast, Online
Start date
March
Course code
3207120
Course abbreviation
BPsychSc, BBusEnt
Credit points
384
Equivalent units
32
CRICOS
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Fees
Commonwealth supported
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Course overview

Interested in business and psychology and a career that might include both? This double degree combines two dynamic and fascinating areas of study, developing a diverse skill set with accredited specialisations and career flexibility. 

In addition to completing studies in psychological science and human behaviour, students choose from either an accredited specialisation in Accounting or Financial Services or a major in Business and Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Tourism and Event Management, Aviation Management, Marketing or International Business.

There are numerous opportunities to gain practical experience through internships and work placements, either locally or abroad. 

Career opportunities exist as business specialists with a profound understanding of psychological science, or in roles that require a thorough understanding of human psychology and how it relates to business such as organisational development, change management, marketing or entrepreneurship. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist and graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction with the knowledge they are well-equipped to run a business or manage a workplace.

Interested in business and psychology and a career that might include both? This double degree combines two dynamic and fascinating areas of study, developing a diverse skill set with accredited specialisations and career flexibility. 

In addition to completing studies in psychological science and human behaviour, students choose from either an accredited specialisation in Accounting or Financial Services or a major in Business and Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Tourism and Event Management, Aviation Management, Marketing or International Business.

There are numerous opportunities to gain practical experience through internships and work placements, either locally or abroad. 

Career opportunities exist as business specialists with a profound understanding of psychological science, or in roles that require a thorough understanding of human psychology and how it relates to business such as organisational development, change management, marketing or entrepreneurship. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist and graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction with the knowledge they are well-equipped to run a business or manage a workplace.

Current Southern Cross students – to access your official course details for the year you started your degree, please visit the handbook.

Entry requirements

See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.

Language requirements

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows

CategoryScore
Overall6.0
Listeningminimum 5.5
Readingminimum 5.5
Speakingminimum 5.5
Writingminimum 5.5

About the course

Students complete core units in the Bachelor of Psychological Science.

In the Bachelor of Business and Enterprise, students either choose a specialisation in Accounting or Financial Services; or a major in:

  • Aviation Management
  • Business and Data Analytics
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • International Business
  • Marketing, or
  • Tourism and Event Management.

Domestic students

Location Teaching period
Gold CoastTerm  1
OnlineTerm  1

International students

How to apply

Where and when do you want to study?

Applications for this course are made directly to Southern Cross University via our online application service.

Australian/Domestic students

Early Offer

If you're a current Year 12 student you can register for our Early Offer program. You may be eligible to receive an early offer based on your School Principal's recommendation.

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Course requirements

To be eligible to receive the Bachelor of Psychological Science, Bachelor of Business and Enterprise, students must complete the equivalent of 32 units (384 credit points) comprising:


Course structure


Schedule of units

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes

Psychological Science Core Units

HLTH1004The Reflective Learner and Health Science Scholar
PSYC1002Psychology Foundations: Self and Situation
PSYC1009Introducing Health Psychology
PSYC1001Psychology Foundations: Brain and Cognition
PSYC1010Positive Psychology
STAT2002Quantitative Methods in Psychology
PSYC2005Psychological Investigation I
PSYC2004Lifespan Psychology
PSYC2002Understanding Psychological Diagnoses
PSYC3004Biological Psychology
PSYC2001Psychological Assessment
PSYC3003Learning and Memory
PSYC3005Culture and Psychology
PSYC3001Social Psychology
STAT3001Advanced Quantitative Methods in Psychology
PSYC3002Psychological Investigation II

Business and Enterprise Core Units

BUSN1004Starting a Business
BUSN1007The Interconnected World
BUSN1006Solving Wicked Problems
BUSN1008Business Practice and Impact
LEGL1003Introduction to Business Law
BUSN2001Professional Development for the Workplace

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
BUSN3005Internship A Note 1
BUSN3007Industry Project I Note 1

Business and Enterprise Specialisations

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
BUSN1004Starting a Business
LEGL1003Introduction to Business Law
BUSN1008Business Practice and Impact
ACCT1002Financial Accounting
STAT1001Statistical Analysis
ACCT2001Taxation
ECON1001Economics for Decision Making
LAWS2001Company Law
ACCT2007Finance for Business
ACCT2002Financial Reporting
ACCT2003Management Accounting
ISYS2005Information Systems for Accounting
ACCT3004Auditing
FINC3001Investments and Portfolio Management
ACCT3002Advanced Management Accounting
ACCT3001Advanced Taxation

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
BUSN1004Starting a Business
LEGL1003Introduction to Business Law
BUSN1008Business Practice and Impact
FINC2005Principles of Financial Planning
STAT1001Statistical Analysis
ACCT1002Financial Accounting
ECON1001Economics for Decision Making
LAWS2001Company Law
FINC2002Behavioural Finance and Client Relationships
FINC2006Ethics and Professionalism
ACCT2001Taxation
FINC2007Insurance and Risk Management
ACCT2007Finance for Business
FINC3001Investments and Portfolio Management
FINC2004Superannuation and Retirement Planning
FINC3003Estate Planning

Majors

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
BUSN2005Airline Operations
LAWS2029Aviation Regulation and Law
MGMT3002Human Factors in Aviation
MGMT3003Airport Management
TOUR2005Aviation Management
TOUR2012Transport for Sustainability
BUSN2010Service Design Thinking
MRKT2007Digital Marketing Strategies

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
ACCT3003Business Forecasting
ISYS3006Business Analysis Project
MRKT2007Digital Marketing Strategies
STAT1001Statistical Analysis
ISYS1006Introduction to Computing for Data Analytics
ISYS2004Business and Market Intelligence
ISYS2003Data Visualisation and Representation

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
BUSN2003Intrapreneurship
BUSN2008Applied Social Entrepreneurship
BUSN2009The Founder's Journey
BUSN2010Service Design Thinking
MRKT2007Digital Marketing Strategies
BUSN3010Innovation Ecosystems
BUSN3009Entrepreneurial Finance
BUSN3011New Venture Creation

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
ACCT2007Finance for Business
LAWS2021International Business Law
MRKT2003Global Marketing
BUSN3002Sustainable Business Management
BUSN3004International Business
BUSN3001Competitive Strategy
BUSN3010Innovation Ecosystems
MRKT2007Digital Marketing Strategies

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
MRKT1001Marketing Principles
MRKT2001Consumer Behaviour
MRKT2003Global Marketing
MRKT2004Marketing Communications
MRKT2005Services Marketing
MRKT2007Digital Marketing Strategies
MRKT3001Strategic Marketing
MRKT3002Marketing Research

Unit CodeUnit TitleNotes
HOSP2007The Casino, Club and Hotel Environment
HOSP2001Event Planning
TOUR2008Event Operations
TOUR2001Sustainable Tourism
TOUR2010Tourist Behaviour and Interactions
TOUR2014Managing the Visitor Economy
TOUR1003Service Quality Management
MRKT2007Digital Marketing Strategies


Notes

Note 1: Double-weighted unit

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Learning outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a course. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes.

Course Learning Outcome

Critically evaluate and apply practical and responsible business and enterprise solutions from a range of related disciplines to both inform and justify critical decisions.

Comprehend and apply a broad and coherent body of knowledge of psychological principles, theories, and concepts using a scientific, evidence-based approach.

Apply knowledge and skills creatively in devising innovative, effective and responsible solutions to challenges related to a business or enterprise.

Demonstrate independence and integrity in scholarly inquiry and creative problem-solving in psychology.

Develop and apply recognised ethical frameworks to influence responsible business behaviours within an organisational context.

Demonstrate the capacity to evaluate evidence, tolerate ambiguity, recognise biases, and apply values and ethics necessary for professional conduct in psychology.

Demonstrate and apply in-depth and responsible discipline-specific knowledge and skills within a local, regional and global perspective.

Apply appropriate research and assessment methods in psychology.

Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility and accountability for ongoing learning in business and enterprise settings.

Apply knowledge and skills of psychology to meet personal, professional, and societal needs.

Prepare and deliver, individually and/or in a team, well developed and justified discipline-specific advice through both written and oral communication.

Investigate and identify a broad range of responsible leadership practices in the management of people and self.

Analyse and evaluate information, theory, and research in the discipline of psychology and apply academic literacy skills to communicate these in a variety of written and oral forms.

Employ interpersonal and communication skills conducive to effective collaboration.

Demonstrate responsible cultural competence in local, national, and international settings as applied in business and social situations.

Demonstrate a reflexive manner appropriate to a range of socially and culturally diverse people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.


Teaching methods

On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.

Our online study option is highly interactive and strives to promote collaboration and a sense of community. Students may receive a combination of podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes. The method of teaching may vary from unit to unit.

Career opportunities

Career opportunities exist as business specialists with a profound understanding of psychological science, or in roles that require a thorough understanding of human psychology and how it relates to business such as organisational development, change management, marketing or entrepreneurship. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist and graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction with the knowledge they are well-equipped to run a business or manage a workplace.

Professional placement

Optional units offer the opportunity to undertake work placements in Australia or abroad.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

The Faculty of Business Law and Arts is seeking accreditation for this course (including the Accounting Specialisation) from CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

The Faculty is also seeking Financial Adviser accreditation for this course (including the Financial Services Specialisation) from The Treasury.

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