拉筹伯大学

Kickstart your career in business by developing in-depth knowledge of human behaviour.

Digital disruption has changed how businesses meet the needs and desires of their customers. An understanding of human behaviour and its role in modern marketing is becoming increasingly valued by employers.

La Trobe's Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Psychological Science has been designed to meet that industry need. This four-year degree gives you a foundation in business and psychology, plus the skills to apply this knowledge in a variety of roles and industries.

Core business subjects in accounting, finance, economics, marketing and management teach you the building blocks of any successful venture. Gain an understanding of psychological science with core subjects in cognitive, developmental, social, abnormal, clinical and health psychology.

Our cross-disciplinary program means graduates can pursue a career in a variety of industries like marketing, human resources, psychology, public relations or the not-for-profit sector.

You'll learn:

History, philosophy and methodology of psychological science

Discover the theories, research and data collection that made psychology what is it is today and how they're applied to modern-day experiments.

Basics of business law and ethics

Learn the core principles of contract and consumer protection law, negligence and property law, plus the ethical standards that dictate how you do business.

Fundamentals of entrepreneurship, leadership and management

Develop key communication and presentation skills needed to engage with stakeholders. You'll learn what drives buyer behaviour, how to use targeting and positioning and maximise profits.

Abnormal, clinical and health psychology

Gain an understanding of the symptoms and characteristics of the most common psychiatric conditions and the treatment options that can help.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

CAREER OUTCOMES

With knowledge and skills in both business and psychological science, you will be well placed for roles such as:

Organisational development specialist

Help solve organisational challenges by planning, coaching and consulting with teams and individuals to improve productivity.

Psychologist

Graduates from this double degree will have the prerequisites to apply for honours in psychology, with the potential to pursue postgraduate study and registration as a psychologist.

Market researcher

Collect and analyse data to assist with marketing strategies and determine whether a demand exists for a product or service.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Professional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia will require an APAC-accredited fourth year and additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree as well as an application to the professional body. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychological Science may apply for membership with the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Membership may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)for details.