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Psychology Diploma of Higher Education (Majoring in Psychological Science) Bachelor of Arts (Majoring in Psychology Studies) Bachelor of Psychological Science Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) Graduate Diploma of Psychology Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science Master of Psychological Science (Majoring in Business Psychology) Master of Psychology (Clinical)
The Singapore campus
of James Cook University
Established in 2003
The Singapore campus of James Cook their institutions and providing an outstanding quality of education
University is fully owned by James Cook and welfare for their students.
James Cook University is the first organisation with EduTrust Star.
University Australia, which is ranked in the top By obtaining this award for the second time in 2019, James Cook
300 universities in the world 1, 2. James Cook University has displayed its commitment and focus as a student
University Australia established its Singapore centric educational institution.
campus in 2003 as part of its expressed intent
SQC STAR
of internationalising its activities and offers
a suite of university level programs at the James Cook University has also been awarded the Singapore
Quality Class STAR (SQC STAR). The SQC STAR recognises SQC
Singapore campus covering the areas of Business,
organisations that have made further improvement in their
Information Technology, Psychology, Education, business excellence journey.
Science, Commerce, Accounting, Aquaculture,
Environmental Science, Games Design, Tourism Tropical Futures Institute
and Hospitality. Given that research is a core component of the university, James
Cook University established the Tropical Futures Institute to
James Cook University offers Higher Degree by leverage off the university’s research capability and strength and
Research programs such as Doctor of Philosophy, that creates substantive value-add to the research ecosystems of
Master of Philosophy and pathways to a higher Singapore and the ASEAN region. The Tropical Futures Institute is
the first research institute established by an Australian university in
degree. Singapore.
Additionally, the campus offers courses at the pre-university James Cook Academy
level, specifically designed to provide pathways for students
who are unable to immediately meet university entrance Established in 2021, James Cook Academy is a wholly-owned
standards. subsidiary of James Cook University in Singapore, and marks the
University’s entry into Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
The Singapore campus of James Cook University is located at This includes short courses and training programs in Industry
Sims Drive. The campus provides students with access to a full 4.0 and areas that fit the needs of the Singapore workforce and
range of facilities and services to support their learning. These community.
include lecture and seminar rooms, library and associated study
facilities, computer laboratories, aquaculture research and In support of this mission, James Cook Academy has acquired
teaching facility, financial lab and access to a variety of sporting Eagle Infotech — which offers a wide range of short courses in
facilities. information technology, digital marketing, communication, and
more — to help working adults upgrade their skills and remain
James Cook University Inter-campus Exchange Program* relevant and employable in today’s ever-changing world.
James Cook University provides the opportunity for students James Cook Academy will support Eagle Infotech to further diversify
to study in Singapore and in Australia and yet still remain its course offerings and delivery modes to deliver flexible and
as Singapore based students paying their fees in Singapore personalised programs, and will collaborate with industry partners
currency. This is a unique program designed to ensure that the and leverage EdTech to grow the CPD business in Singapore and the
students get the best possible outcomes from their years of region.
study with the university, which operates across two countries.
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The 2021 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)
EduTrust Star * Terms and conditions apply
James Cook University has the highest level of quality assurance
in Singapore for Private Education Institutions. This is known
as EduTrust Star and is a symbol of recognition for outstanding
achievement. EduTrust Star is awarded to those institutions for
attaining a commendable level of performance in managing
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes. The role of psychologists has diversified to cater for the needs of the individual as well as for communities, professions and organisations. Note: International students in Singapore on a Student Pass are not permitted to work. For more information please visit www.ica.gov.sg James Cook University is EduTrust Certified. The EduTrust certification scheme is administered by the Committee for Private Education (CPE), a part of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). EduTrust requires all students to be covered under a Fee Protection Scheme. In James Cook University, this is provided through Fee Protection Scheme Group Insurance. All students from James Cook University are covered hospitalization, surgery and treatment costs in accordance to insurance policy term and conditions under the Group Hospitalisation and Surgical insurance scheme. James Cook University will advise in the Standard Student Contract the total amount of insurance payable. For more details please visit the Committee for Private Education (CPE), a part of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) website: www.ssg.gov.sg/cpe/pei.html
Diploma of Higher Education
(Majoring in Psychological Science)
Students with Year 12, GCE ‘A’ Level or its
equivalent but do not meet direct entry to a degree
Study Program
program are eligible to pursue this qualification. Students are required to complete 8 subjects
(24 credit points) as per following:
Students in this course will be given a tailored
program within the allocated study period to 8 Subjects (24 Credit Points):
acquire the necessary skills needed to progress to an
• Developing Academic Skills
undergraduate degree program or for applicants who
• Learning in a Digital Environment
wish to trial the Psychology undergraduate curriculum • Exploring Psychology: From Brain To Practice
before committing to the Bachelor course. • Exploring Psychology: From Perception To Reality
• Critical Thinking In Psychology: How To Think About
Students enrolled in this major will complete two core Weird Things
subjects of the Diploma of Higher Education, along • Communicating Psychology: Listening, Translating &
with six subjects contributing to the first year of the Disseminating
James Cook University and the Australian Psychology • Introduction To Counselling
Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited Bachelor of • Multicultural, Child and Adolescent Counselling
Psychological Science.
The Diploma of Higher Education (Majoring in
Psychological Science) will also provide an exit point Duration: 8 months full time
for early graduates who wish to undertake advanced 16 months part time
skills or paraprofessional work in the industry. Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
Intake: March, July, November
Upon completion, students may be given advanced Total Tuition Fees: S$20,888 (International)
standing/exemptions of 8 subjects into the Bachelor of S$20,032 (Domestic)*
Psychological Science program. *Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and
all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for
further details.
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Entry Requirements
Diploma of Higher Education (Majoring in Psychological Science)
Entry Requirements English Requirements
• Year 12, GCE ‘A’ Level qualifications or its equivalent (who do • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet
not meet direct entry requirement to a degree program). the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6 (no
component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no
For further information email admissions-singapore@jcu.edu.au component less than 18) / Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no
component less than 52); or
• Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore
English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
• Successful completion of other qualifications completed in
English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards
within the last two years on a case-by-case basis
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Bachelor of Arts (Majoring in Psychology Studies)
The Bachelor of Arts is an undergraduate course This major is designed to give students a deeper
consisting of 24 subjects. The course combines understanding of the biological, social and cultural
study from a range of disciplines. You are factors which influence how humans think, feel and
encouraged to develop critical thinking, problem behave. This major is offered to students who want
solving, communication, and research skills for an understanding of psychology to combine with
successful study. You can craft a varied course another area of study. Students wishing to register
of study that maximizes your ability to meet the as psychologists should instead take our Australian
changing demands of employers. Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) accredited
Bachelor of Psychological Science course.
Study Program
Students are required to complete 24 subjects
(72 credit points) based on availability and scheduling.
BA Course Structure Psychology Studies Major
Core Subjects (Level 1) CORE
Time, Truth, and the Human Condition Exploring Psychology from Brain to Practice
Our Space: Networks, Narrative and the Making of Place Exploring Psychology from Perception to Reality
+ +
Core Subject (Level 3)
Select 3 level 2 subjects from List 1:
Arts Edge
List 1
Options:
Intercultural Psychology & Cross Cultural Communication
Select 6 Arts and Social Sciences subjects of Level 1, 2 or 3
Psychological Neuroscience
+ Introduction to Research Methods and Data Analysis
Anthropology: Cultural Diversity in Global Perspective Connecting Social, Psychological and Physical Health
Through the Looking Glass: Development across the Lifespan
+ Experimental Investigation and Analysis of Behaviour
Select 2 level 3 Arts and Social Science subjects The World Around Us: Environmental Psychology
+ Intersections of Psychology and Law: Forensic Psychology
Learning Processes, Behaviour and Performance
Select the Psychology Studies major (8 subjects) Memory and Cognition
+ +
Select 3 level 3 subjects from List 2:
Select 4 any undergraduate subjects
List 2
Psychological Research Methods and Interpretation
Social Psychology in Everyday Life
Mining the Mind: Psychopathology
Counselling Principles and Practice for Diverse Environments
Psychological Assessment in Action
Personality Psychology: Decoding the Mysteries of Humans
Cognitive Neuroscience: The Biology of Mind
Population Clinical Health Promotion and Communication
Historical Narratives: Foundations of Modern Psychology
Must successfully complete 4 subjects at level 1 before
attempting any level 2 or 3 subject
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Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Arts (Majoring in Psychology Studies)
Entry Requirements English Requirements
• The entry requirements differ from country to country • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must
but in general applicants must have satisfactorily meet the English language proficiency requirements
completed 12 years of schooling or equivalent of IELTS 6 (no component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL
(Internet Based) 74 (no component less than 18) /
• Successful completion of the James Cook University
Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no component less than
Foundation Program will also satisfy the entry
52); or
requirement
• Satisfactory completion of James Cook University
Pre-requisite Singapore English Language Preparatory Program
• Successful completion of English Language subject (ELPP); or
or any language rich subject deemed comparable to
• Successful completion of other qualifications
Australian standards on a case-by-case basis which
completed in English Language deemed comparable
includes GCE A level Grade D or higher in English or any
to Australian standards within the last two years on a
language rich subject, GCE AS level Grade C or higher
case-by-case basis
in English or any language rich subject, or GCE O level
Grade C or higher in English subject.
For further information email admissions-singapore@jcu.edu.au
Duration: 2 years full time
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
Advanced Standing (normally 4 subjects per trimester)
Intakes: March, July, November
Students may apply for exemption for previous tertiary
Total Tuition Fees: S$62,664 (International)
study where appropriate in accordance with the Advanced
S$60,096 (Domestic)*
Standing and Articulation policy and associated procedures.
Advanced standing will be granted only for studies *Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents
completed in the 10 years prior to the commencement of and all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass).
this course. Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for
Career Prospects: further details.
Graduates of this major can pursue a diverse range
of careers in government and human services
organisations, business corporations, and the health
sector as well as in media, market research, advertising,
public relations and human resources.
Mila
Vidanovic
Bachelor of Arts
(Majoring in Psychology Studies)
“ I chose to study the Bachelor of Arts (Majoring in I am all about creativity and I believe that this course
Psychology Studies) because I believe it is something allows that to a greater extent. I also think that it will help
I will genuinely enjoy. I think that the subjects for the me in the future for my career.”
course are something I will be passionate about and
willing to learn more.
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Bachelor of Psychological Science
Psychologists use scientific methods to study the Career Opportunities for Psychology Graduates
human mind and assess, diagnose, prevent and Demand for registered psychologists continues to grow in
treat problems. Psychologists are interested in schools, public and private hospitals, academic and applied
how people think, feel and behave. They study research settings, law courts, prisons, police forces, defence
individuals, groups, organisations and communities forces, private practice, consulting firms – the list goes on.
and apply this knowledge accordingly. Psychology provides excellent training in analytic thinking and
scientific research methods that are relevant to a broad range
Studying Psychology will give you a unique set of of careers. These include but are not limited to employment in
skills to analyse and understand human behaviour, fields such as community services and counselling, business and
relationships and mental health. market research, education, administration, and management.
An increasing number of Psychology graduates work as
You will study a core program in Psychology and researchers in industry and government agencies.
choose additional psychology electives according A minimum six-year sequence of education and supervised
to your interests and requirements. You will also training is required to become eligible for registration as a
study electives from non-psychology subjects. Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. After
graduating from this three-year degree you must complete
This program is accredited by the Australian an accredited extra year of study – either the Bachelor of
Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Psychological Science (Honours) or the Graduate Diploma
of Psychology – plus two years of supervised practice in the
field. Alternatively, you can complete a two-year Master of
Psychology (Clinical), which includes one year of supervised
practice.
Study Program
Students are required to complete 24 subjects (72 credit points) based on availability and scheduling.
LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2
Core Subjects Core Subjects
• Exploring Psychology: From brain to practice • Introduction to Research Methods and Data Analysis
• Exploring Psychology: From perception to reality • Experimental Investigation and Analysis of Behaviour
• Critical Thinking in Psychology: How to think about • Psychological Neuroscience
weird things • Through the Looking Glass: Development across the
• Communicating Psychology: Listening, Translating and Lifespan
Disseminating • Learning Processes, Behaviour and Performance
+ • Memory and Cognition
Select 4 any undergraduate subjects
LEVEL 3
Core Subject
Psychological Research Methods and Interpretation
Social Psychology in Everyday Life
Mining the MInd: Psychopathology
Psychological Assessment in Action
Personality Psychology: Decoding the Mysteries of Humans
Select 2 specified Psychology level 2 subjects Select 3 specified Psychology level 3 subjects
from List 1 from List 2
Connecting Social, Psychological and Physical Health Counselling Principles and Practice for Diverse Environments
The World Around Us: Environmental Psychology Working It: Psychology in the Work Force
Intersections of Psychology and Law: Forensic Psychology Cognitive Neuroscience: The Biology of Mind
Intercultural Psychology and Cross Cultural Communication Sensing and Interpreting the World: A psychological perspective
Population Clinical Health Promotion and Communication
Duration: 2 years full time
Career Prospects: 4 years part time
Graduates have gained employment in various sectors Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
including but not limited to the following: Schools, Intake: March, July, November
Private practice, Hospitals and healthcare services, Drug Total Tuition Fees: S$62,664 (International)
and alcohol services, Rehabilitation services, Counselling S$60,096 (Domestic)*
services, Correctional services, and Child safety.
*Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and
all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for
further details.
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www.jcu.edu.sgEntry Requirements
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Entry Requirements English Requirements
• The entry requirements differ from country to country but in • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet
general applicants must have satisfactorily completed 12 years the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6 (no
of schooling or equivalent component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no
• Successful completion of the James Cook University Foundation component less than 18) / Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no
Program will also satisfy the entry requirement component less than 52); or
• Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore
English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
Pre-requisite
• Successful completion of other qualifications completed in
• Successful completion of English Language subject or any English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards
language rich subject deemed comparable to Australian within the last two years on a case-by-case basis
standards on a case-by-case basis which includes GCE A level
Grade D or higher in English or any language rich subject,
GCE AS level Grade C or higher in English or any language rich
subject, or GCE O level Grade C or higher in English subject.
For further information email admissions-singapore@jcu.edu.au
Advanced Standing
• Advanced standing of up to 8 subjects will be granted upon successful completion of the James Cook University Diploma of
Higher Education (Majoring in Psychological Science).
• Students may apply for exemption for previous tertiary study where appropriate in accordance with the Advanced Standing and
Articulation policy and associated procedures. Advanced standing will be granted only for studies completed in the
10 years prior to the commencement of this course.
11Jesslyn
Bachelor of Psychological Science
“I chose to study Psychology because I want to Furthermore, James Cook University undergraduate
understand human behavior. The better I understand Psychology programs are accredited by the Australian
human behavior, the better I can use my degree to Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).”
help people.
12 | www.jcu.edu.sgBachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)
This course is accredited by the Australian
Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Study Program
Students are required to complete 6 core subjects
Students complete a research thesis in a chosen (24 credit points) based on availability and
area of specialisation. Graduates are eligible for scheduling.
provisional registration with the Psychology
Board of Australia. Graduates of this course who Core Subjects
wish to become fully registered as psychologists
Psychology Thesis Part 1 of 2
in Australia must complete in addition to this Psychology Thesis Part 2 of 2
course two years of supervised practice in the Ethics for research and professional evidence-based practice
field or an accredited Master degree (e.g. Master Design and Analysis for Research
of Psychology), which includes one year of Operationalising the Scientific Practitioner Model
Psychology: Now and the Future
supervised practice.
Duration: 1 year full time
20 months part time
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
Intake: March, July, November
Total Tuition Fees: S$26,730 (International)
S$25,852 (Domestic)*
*Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents
and all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for
further details.
13Entry Requirements Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) Entry Requirements English Requirements • Completion of an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree that includes an • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved three- the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6 (no year sequence in psychology completed within the past 10 component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no years; and a minimum program GPA of 5.5 component less than 18) / Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no • Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation component less than 52); or Council approved bridging degree that achieves foundational • Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore competencies within the past 10 years; and a minimum English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or program GPA of 5.5; or • Successful completion of other qualifications completed in • Other qualifications recognised by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards of the Division of Tropical Health and Medicine as equivalent to within the last two years on a case-by-case basis the above. Pre-requisite • Successful completion of English Language subject or any language rich subject deemed comparable to Australian standards on a case-by-case basis which includes GCE A level Grade D or higher in English or any language rich subject, GCE AS level Grade C or higher in English or any language rich subject, or GCE O level Grade C or higher in English subject. For further information email admissions-singapore@jcu.edu.au 14 | www.jcu.edu.sg
Clarissa Toh
Bachelor of Psychological Science
(Honours)
“With the passion to meet the needs of the We gain experience in planning, evaluating and
community, and in pursuit to practice professionally implementing research to advance conceptual issues
as a qualified psychologist, I undertook the Bachelor in psychology, and to integrate a broad range of
of Psychological Science (Honours) at James Cook research findings within theoretical concepts. The
University. degree also prepare us to work professionally within
ethical guidelines.”
This degree encourages critical and creative thinking
to utilise scientific methods to solve problems.
15Graduate Diploma of Psychology
The Graduate Diploma of Psychology provides Core Subjects
fourth year training in Psychology for students Group Project part 1 of 2
who have completed an accredited 3 year Group Project part 2 of 2
undergraduate psychology program. Upon Ethics for research and professional evidence-based practice
completion of this program students will be Design and Analysis for Research
Operationalising the Scientific Practitioner Model
eligible for provisional registration with the Psychology: Now and the Future
Psychology Board of Australia.
Graduates of this course who wish to become
fully registered as psychologists must complete, Duration: 1 year full time
in addition to this course, two years of supervised 20 months part time
practice in the field or an accredited Master Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
degree (e.g. Master of Psychology), which Intake: March, July, November
includes one year of supervised practice. Total Tuition Fees: S$22,214 (International)
S$21,508 (Domestic)*
This program is accredited by the Australian *Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and
Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Study Program Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for
further details.
Students are required to complete 6 core subjects
(24 credit points) based on availability and
scheduling.
Entry Requirements
Graduate Diploma of Psychology
Entry Requirements English Requirements
• Completion of an AQF Level 7 bachelor degree that includes an • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council approved three- the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6 (no
year sequence in Psychology completed within the past 10 component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no
years; and a minimum program GPA of 5.0 component less than 18) / Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no
• Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation component less than 52); or
Council approved bridging degree that achieves foundational • Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore
competencies within the past 10 years; and a minimum English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
program GPA of 5.0; or • Successful completion of other qualifications completed in
• Other qualifications recognised by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards
of the Division of Tropical Health and Medicine as equivalent to within the last two years on a case-by-case basis
the above.
For further information email admissions-singapore@jcu.edu.au
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www.jcu.edu.sgAcacia Lee
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
“Here at JCU, a holistic view is taken in equipping confidence to succeed. I am especially thankful
graduates in terms of both advanced theoretical and to the passionate lecturers and supervisors for
practical knowledge in preparation for professional their guidance and more importantly, for being
practice. The supportive and nurturing environment outstanding role models and sources of inspiration
has also been a key factor in facilitating learning as in this journey.”
well as imbuing me with the knowledge, skills and
17Graduate Certificate of
Psychological Science
James Cook University’s Graduate Certificate
of Psychological Science provides broad-based
Study Program
psychological knowledge and skills to facilitate Students are required to complete 4 subjects
academic and career transitions. (12 credit points):
The programme is designed for first degree
Core Subjects
holders in areas other than psychology who wish
Biological, Behavioural, and Cognitive Psychology
to either widen their skillset or embark on further
Social and Organisational Psychology
postgraduate study in the psychological sciences. Individual Differences and Lifespan Development
Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate Foundations of Research Methods and Statistics
of Psychological Science allows individuals from
a non-psychology background to enrol in James
Cook University’s Master of Psychological Science
(Majoring in Business Psychology). Career Prospects:
The Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science equips
Students can expect thorough and efficient learners with psychological knowledge and skills that can
coverage of major areas of psychology, as well as a be applied in many professional settings. The programme
firm grounding in analytic and research methods. also enables entry to Master’s programmes requiring a
The programme has a strong focus on application cognate Bachelor degree for entry, such as James Cook
University’s Master of Psychological Science (Majoring in
of theory to problem-solving across a range of Business Psychology).
industries and professions.
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Graduate Certificate of Psychological Science
Entry Requirements English Requirements
• Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in any field other • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet
than psychology at this or another university. the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6 (no
• Information published by JCU or otherwise made available component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no
to students when applying, may specify additional criteria component less than 18) / Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no
to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the component less than 52); or
number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the • Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore
places made available for the course. Information provided English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
by applicants during the application process and any other • Successful completion of other qualifications completed in
information obtained by JCU in the application process may be English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards
used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to within the last two years on a case-by-case basis
those additional criteria.
Duration: 4 months full time
8 months part time
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year
Intake: March, July, November
Total Tuition Fees: S$13,056 (International)
S$12,584 (Domestic)*
*Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and
all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for
further details.
19Master of Psychological Science
(Majoring in Business Psychology)
James Cook University’s Master of Psychological
Science (Majoring in Business Psychology) equips
Study Program
learners to understand the human dimension of Students are required to complete 11 subjects (36
the challenges they will face as current or future credit points):
leaders.
Master of Psychological Science Core Subjects
The programme core has a strong focus on
Leadership, Creativity, and Innovation
application of psychological principles to solving Persuasion and Communication Skills
problems and achieving desired outcomes across a Contemporary Skills for Professionals
variety of organisational and professional settings, Research Methods for Project Planning and Evaluation
while the business psychology major applies Major Project
psychological theory and research practice to core
business activities such as management, human Business Psychology Major Subjects
capital, and marketing.
Organisational Systems: Teams and Culture
Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge Personnel Assessment, Selection, and Development
Organisational Justice, Motivation, and Emotion
and skills to perform effectively across a range Workplace Psychological Health
of business functions, particularly as leaders and Enhancing Performance and Enabling Change
managers. Consumer Psychology
20 | www.jcu.edu.sgEntry Requirements
Master of Psychological Science
(Majoring in Business Psychology)
Entry Requirements English Requirements
• Completion of an AQF level 7 psychology-based bachelor • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet
degree at this or another University within the past 10 years. the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 6 (no
• Applicants with a bachelor degree in a subject area other than component lower than 6.0) / TOEFL (Internet Based) 74 (no
psychology, or with a psychology-based bachelor degree component less than 18) / Pearson PTE Academic 52 (no
completed more than ten years ago, will be eligible for entry component less than 52); or
to the Master of Psychological Science (Majoring in Business • Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore
Psychology) upon successful completion of the Graduate English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP); or
Certificate of Psychological Science. • Successful completion of other qualifications completed in
• Information published by JCU or otherwise made available English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards
to students when applying, may specify additional criteria within the last two years on a case-by-case basis
to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the
number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the
Advanced Standing
places made available for the course. Information provided
by applicants during the application process and any other • Students may apply for credit for previous tertiary study in
information obtained by JCU in the application process may be accordance with the Credit Transfer Procedure. Credit will be
used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to granted only for subjects completed in the 10 years prior to the
those additional criteria. commencement of this course.
Duration: 1 year full time
2 years part time
Course Structure: 3 trimesters per year Career Prospects:
Intake: March, July, November The Master of Psychological Science (Majoring in Business
Total Tuition Fees: S$39,167 (International) Psychology) equips learners to understand the human
S$37,762 (Domestic)* dimension of the challenges they will face as current
or future leaders. Graduates will be equipped with the
*Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and knowledge and skills to perform, lead, and manage
all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
effectively across a range of business functions, such as
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST) operations, marketing, human capital, and customer
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the relations.
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for
further details.
21Master of Psychology (Clinical)
James Cook University’s postgraduate program
in Clinical Psychology is designed to equip
Study Program
graduates with advanced academic and practical Students are required to complete 48 credit points:
training for professional practice.
Year 1, Semester 1: 12 credit points
The postgraduate program prepares graduates for Professional Practice
enriching and fulfilling careers in psychology and Evidence-based Practice
provides a pathway for registration as a psychologist Mental Health Disorders Across the Lifespan
Assessment in Psychology
in Singapore and Australia.
Year 1, Semester 2: 12 credit points
You will benefit from training in state-of-the-art
Clinical Psychology Placement A
facilities including our on-campus Psychology Clinic. Clinical Psychology Masters Research Proposal
To assist in training in practical skills, the clinic
is equipped with a high quality audio and visual Year 2, Semester 1: 12 credit points
recording system. Biopsychosocial and Cultural Models of Health
Clinical Psychology Placement B
Disclaimer: Graduates who wish to practice in Australia should refer to the Clinical Psychology Masters Research Thesis Part 1 of 2
Psychology Board of Australia’s information for Overseas applicants.
Year 2, Semester 2: 12 credit points
Clinical Psychology Placement C
Duration: 2 years full time Clinical Psychology Masters Research Thesis Part 2 of 2
Course Structure: 2 semesters per year
Intake: March
Total Tuition Fees: S$67,794 (Domestic)*
*Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents
The professional program encompasses three
and all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass) main components:
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST) Academic Coursework
Students will pay the tuition fees in equal instalments. The details of the
breakdown will be provided in your Student Contract. Please contact us for The coursework modules are usually delivered in an 8 – 10
further details.
full day workshop format. Students are actively engaged in
This program is only available for Singapore citizens and presentations, role-plays and group discussions.
Singapore PR
Supervised Practicum
There is a total of 1,000 practica hours for the Masters
program, which are conducted in our on-campus
Career Prospects: Psychology Clinic and in external clinical settings.
The career of a professional clinical psychologist is
potentially an enriching and rewarding one with many The Research Thesis
opportunities in both the public and private sectors. The master’s research thesis involves conducting a project
Clinical psychologists are also involved in training and focusing on an area of clinical psychology and writing it up
development, human resource management, consultancy as a conventional research dissertation or combination of a
and research. literature review and journal article.
22 | www.jcu.edu.sgEntry Requirements
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Entry Requirements English Requirements:
• Completion of an AQF Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree with • Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet
Class 1 or 2A honours from a course accredited by the Australian the English language proficiency requirements of IELTS 7 (no
Psychology Accreditation Council or equivalent qualification component lower than 7.0), TOEFL (Internet Based) 94 (23
from an overseas institution, within the last 10 years; or in Speaking, 24 in Listening and Reading, and 27 in Writing),
Pearson PTE Academic 65 (no component less than 65); or
• Other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the
University as equivalent. • Successful completion of other qualifications completed in
English Language deemed comparable to Australian standards
• Applicants must demonstrate their interpersonal skills and within the last two years on a case-by-case basis
suitability for Clinical Psychology in an interview. Clinical
experience and knowledge of psychometrics would be an
advantage.
Application forms must be submitted together with certified true
copies of academic transcripts, two referees’ reports and a résumé.Your Local Representative:
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