Psychology Major - Bachelor of Health Science
Psychology
A course by
AUT
Gain a broad understanding of psychological research and theory, and related ethical and legal issues within the Bachelor of Health Science, Psychology major at AUT.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Broad understanding of psychological theory and research
Gain foundational and advanced knowledge in psychological concepts, research methods, and key theories.
Analyse human behaviour and its influences
Understand how personal, biological, social, and environmental factors influence behaviour.
Develop critical thinking and research skills
Acquire skills in integrating, evaluating, and presenting information from diverse perspectives.
What You're Signing Up For
The Psychology major in AUT's Bachelor of Health Science provides students with comprehensive knowledge of psychological research, theory, and applications. The programme explores how people interact with their environment and each other, and examines how personal, biological, social, and environmental factors influence behaviour. Students will develop research and critical thinking skills, and learn to integrate and present information from diverse perspectives, preparing them for a variety of health, social service, and research roles.
Course Content
- Lifespan Development and Communication
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Knowledge, Enquiry and Communication
- Health and Environment or Hauora Māori
- Introduction to Psychology A & B
- Introductory Research Methods
- Social Psychology
- Psychological Assessment
- Personality
- Brain and Behaviour
- Methods of Research and Enquiry
- Abnormal Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Health Law and Policy
- Experimental and Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Biopsychology
- Positive Psychology
- Approaches to Psychological Intervention
- Advanced Psychological Inquiry
- Developmental Psychology
- Advanced Research Methods in Psychology
- Health Psychology
- Psychological Challenges in Childhood & Adolescence
- Emotions and Human Nature
- Applied Issues in Cultural and Social Psychology
- Elective courses from other areas
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health
Social Services
Public Sector
Research
Future employment opportunities might be
Government, health and social services roles
Customer service