This degree is being phased out. No new enrolments will be permitted from 2024. Prospective students should see
the requirements for the HB007 Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Psychological Science.
Students currently enrolled in this degree will be able to complete their degree.
Students who are undertaking the course on a part-time basis are strongly recommended to complete the core subjects
as soon as possible.
To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Psychological Science, students must complete 480 credit points consisting of:
465 core credit-points
15 elective credit points
Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)
During this course, you will participate in one or more supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. WBL placements will generally be arranged by the College based Placements Operation Team or Experiential Learning Team at La Trobe University. The number of hours undertaken can vary considerably, depending on the requirements of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.
Student exchange and overseas short programs offer a unique opportunity for a meaningful learning and educational experience abroad. La Trobe University encourages all students to make the world their campus by participating in an exchange or overseas short program that fits within your degree structure.
As a graduate, you'll have flexible pathways towards careers in clinical nursing, specialised mental health nursing practice, rehabilitation counselling or psychology. In addition to more traditional nursing roles, the Bachelor of Psychological Science allows you to work in a range of organisations including research institutes, hospitals, schools, human resources, marketing and advertising, recruitment, counselling and statistics.
The Bachelor of Nursing is accredited with conditions by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. 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. 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 relevant professional body for details.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Nursing may be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as a nurse. Professional registration may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.