Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

About the course

This honours year builds advanced psychological science knowledge and research capability through a supervised independent project. You’ll strengthen skills in critical thinking, evidence-based practice and research methods, preparing for further accredited psychology pathways or research-focused roles. The Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at James Cook University is designed as fourth-year psychology training with flexible on-campus or online study options. The programme explores human behaviour, research methods, and applied psychology for community and organisational settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue research assistant and project officer roles across health, community, government and education settings, using advanced research and analytical skills to support evidence-based programs and evaluation. The honours qualification also strengthens competitiveness for further postgraduate psychology training and research study. Career directions align with psychology-related research and applied behavioural science work for Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) graduates.

Living Costs in Townsville**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,146 - 1,515	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,074 - 1,421
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 309

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)