Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology 36 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Otago |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 101-150QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

42,900 NZDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

PsychologyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Psychology  is the  science of behaviour, brain and cognition, exploring the complex way humans and other animals interact with the world and

each other.


Psychology examines the behavioural, perceptual, mental and emotional processes taking place in our brains. Psychologists also address applied topics as diverse as transport safety, eye-witness testimony, industrial relations, intellectual disabilities, hyperactivity in children, and other clinical issues.


Why study Psychology?


  • Learn about human behaviour.
  • Start a challenging career.
  • Develop research skills in the social and behavioural sciences.
  • Improve career flexibility with Psychology in your degree.

You will learn:

  • How the brain stores memories and processes information.
  • How our abilities change from childhood to old age.
  • How emotions affect our reasoning.
  • How prejudice and stereotypes arise.
  • How parents' behaviour influences their children's development.
  • What underlies disorders such as schizophrenia and dementia.
  • Why drugs, head injuries and hormones influence behaviour.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Psychology  is the  science of behaviour, brain and cognition, exploring the complex way humans and other animals interact with the world and

each other.


Psychology examines the behavioural, perceptual, mental and emotional processes taking place in our brains. Psychologists also address applied topics as diverse as transport safety, eye-witness testimony, industrial relations, intellectual disabilities, hyperactivity in children, and other clinical issues.


Why study Psychology?


  • Learn about human behaviour.
  • Start a challenging career.
  • Develop research skills in the social and behavioural sciences.
  • Improve career flexibility with Psychology in your degree.

You will learn:

  • How the brain stores memories and processes information.
  • How our abilities change from childhood to old age.
  • How emotions affect our reasoning.
  • How prejudice and stereotypes arise.
  • How parents' behaviour influences their children's development.
  • What underlies disorders such as schizophrenia and dementia.
  • Why drugs, head injuries and hormones influence behaviour.

Admission Requirements

80+
6+
50+
105+
120+
120+
69.6+
7+
2.5+
25+
24+
1190+
169+

A university entrance qualification is essential for admission to the University of Otago for all types of programmes. You must also be at least 16 years of age by the first day of classes in your period of study and meet English language requirements.

3 Years
Feb
Jul

Domestic
7,000 NZD
International
42,900 NZD

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