Psychology and Commerce

About the course

This combined bachelor’s course lets you graduate with a Bachelor of Psychology and a Bachelor of Commerce in four years. You’ll build scientific insight into human behaviour alongside analytical, communication and problem-solving skills for business. The structure includes an extended Psychology major plus a Commerce major from several options, with flexibility to add minors and electives. It’s an undergraduate double degree in psychology and commerce. The programme introduces business strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership foundations for commercial organisations.

Career outcome

Graduates develop strong critical analysis from psychology and apply it in corporate and community contexts. Career pathways span community services, employment and training, government departments and agencies, and business settings. Roles may include change management specialist, human resources professional, market research professional, public relations professional, and social worker. With further postgraduate training, graduates can pursue registration pathways toward psychologist roles.

Entry requirements

Minimum ATAR 80 (or equivalent).

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)