JCU takes great pride in the quality of our research facilities and our learning spaces. We provide an education which helps you create a brighter future for life in the Tropics. There are many opportunities to engage with our teaching teams to make the most of your learning experience. You will also be able to grasp opportunities to hear leading experts presenting lectures and seminars, and to build networks that could help you when you're ready to begin your career. During your fourth year you will engage in research enabling discoveries that make a difference. Course overview The honours year of the program follows the successful completion of a three-year undergraduate course, which gives you firm foundations on which to base additional studies and eventual career as a registered Psychologist or to prepare for work in sectors including health, education, forensics or business. Some of the interesting topic areas that form the first three years of this degree include: Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience Behavioural Research Design and Analysis Environmental Psychology Forensic Psychology Intercultural Psychology Memory and Cognition Psychopathology Social Psychology Many of these topics can also be pursued as a research interest in your Honours year where you will complete a research thesis and a number of advanced subjects in Psychology. Course highlights This fascinating course in Psychology will equip you to benefit individuals and society. You'll learn about human and non-human relationships, behaviour, mental functions and social processes. You will be able to explore current concepts and historical developments in psychology, and study the methods and ethics of scientific investigation and evidence-based practice. All this takes place in northern Queensland's beautiful tropical, coastal environment, where you can explore, make friends and have fun as you study. Career opportunities Graduates from the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) have a number of career pathways. For those who wish to practice as a psychologist you may pursue a pathway to registration which opens the door to careers in: private practice clinical, forensic and healthcare settings. For those who wish to explore other options there is a diverse range of opportunities available in areas such as: human resources advertising urban planning research sport and education.