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Psychology HonoursHonours CoordinatorAssoc. Prof. Shantha Rajaratnam IntroductionThe Psychology Honours program is offered to students from the Faculty of Science, the Faculty of Arts, and the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences; leading to the degree of BSc (Hons), BA(Hons), BBNS(Hons), BPsych(Hons) or BPsychScB(Psy)(Hons), respectively. Students completing degrees from other faculties or universities, who have completed a major in Psychology to a high standard, should contact the 4th Year Administrative Officer of the School of Psychology, Psychiatry and Psychological Medicine with regard to the appropriate Faculty of enrolment. The main objectives of the Honours year are to introduce students to the theoretical and methodological aspects of research through a research project undertaken under close supervision by a staff member; and to introduce students to wider issues in the practise and science of psychology through general and special seminars. In addition to preparing students for postgraduate study, the Honours program has been designed to satisfy the requirements of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) for Associate Membership. The Psychology Honours program is offered at Clayton, South Africa and Sunway (Malaysia) (from 2010). Professional RecognitionThe program has been approved as a fourth year of study in Psychology by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Campus LocationAustralian based students' research will be based at the campus where their supervisor is usually located. The coursework components may require attendance at both the Caulfield and Clayton campuses. DurationAustralia, South Africa and Sunway students: Course StructureThe Psychology Honours program consists of four core units: and one elective unit chosen from the following: PSY4230 Contemporary Issues in Psychobiology
The Honours programs consists of two assessed components - supervised research project (50%), coursework seminars and lectures (50%), and a series of skills workshops. Each component builds on knowledge gained in the undergraduate course. AssessmentAssessment involves a variety of formats including presentations, examinations and written work. The written work includes essays, a literature review, a report on an individual research project and the preparation of an ethics application. EligibilityApplicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree and a major sequence in Psychology accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC), or qualification assessed as equivalent by the Australian Psychological Society. Course FeesAustralian campuses:Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP, formerly HECS) are available for all Australian citizens and permanent residents. International student fees will depend on the Honours degree in which you enrol, for example BSc(Hons), BA(Hons), etc. Important information (including current fees) for 'CSP' and 'International Full-Fee' places can be found on the Fees Website. South Africa campus:Check the Monash South Africa prospective students’ website for more details Malaysia campus (Sunway):Check the School of Medicine and Health Sciences website for more details ApplicationsRefer to the 4th Year Application Information page. EnquiriesEmail: 4thyearpsych.enquiries@med.monash.edu.au |