Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology)

About the course

This degree explores human behaviour and psychological science, building knowledge and skills that support work in psychology-related and people-focused fields. You’ll study evidence-based approaches to understanding behaviour, cognition and wellbeing, and complete a placement aligned to your career goals. The course is APAC-accredited and forms part of a pathway that can lead towards eligibility for psychologist registration. This is a Bachelor degree in Psychology. The programme explores human behaviour, research methods, and applied psychology for community and organisational settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that apply behavioural and psychological insights across community, health and human services settings. Career pathways may include behavioural support work, counselling and wellbeing-related roles (where permitted), youth and community services, case management, advocacy, program support, and research or policy assistance. The degree also provides a foundation for further accredited study toward becoming a registered psychologist. This is a Bachelor-level qualification in Psychology.

Entry requirements

ATAR/Selection rank 70.00.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)