| AQF Level |
Level 7 Bachelor Degree |
| CRICOS Code |
078005F |
| Overview and Aims of the Program |
The Bachelor of Commerce with the degree of Bachelor of Arts - Psychology is a four-year program which provides a joint qualification in Commerce and Psychology. This program lets you gain a comprehensive understanding of Commerce and business functions, strategy and skills whilst equipping you with a wide range of fundamental psychological concepts which will help you understand how people think, act and feel.
The Bachelor of Commerce component is a flexible degree which allows you the choice to complete a major from a variety of commerce/business disciplines.
Key features:
• Macquarie business and commerce graduates are sought after by industry
• specialise in one or two distinct areas of business
• develop your understanding across all industries, giving you a competitive edge
• psychology is one of Macquarie's largest undergraduate programs
• provides you with transferable skills in collection, evaluation and critical analysis
• Macquarie University's bonus point scheme for domestic students, Academic Advantage is available with this psychology degree. |
| Graduate Capabilities |
The Graduate Capabilities Framework articulates the fundamentals that underpin all of Macquarie’s academic programs. It expresses these as follows:
Cognitive capabilities
(K) discipline specific knowledge and skills
(T) critical, analytical and integrative thinking
(P) problem solving and research capability
(I) creative and innovative
Interpersonal or social capabilities
(C) effective communication
(E) engaged and ethical local and global citizens
(A) socially and environmentally active and responsible
Personal capabilities
(J) capable of professional and personal judgement and initiative
(L) commitment to continuous learning |
| Program Learning Outcomes |
By the end of Bachelor of Commerce it is anticipated you should be able to:
1. demonstrate knowledge of the key concepts and principles of the chosen major or majors (K)
2. display competence in the technical skills required to apply the key concepts and principles of the chosen major or majors to business contexts (K)
3. critically analyse business issues in the area of the chosen major or majors (T, I)
4. evaluate established knowledge in the area of the chosen major or majors (T, I)
5. develop solutions to business problems in the area of the chosen major or majors (P, J)
6. use effective written communication in a business environment (C)
7. use effective oral communication in a business environment (C)
8. demonstrate an awareness of contemporary issues in the chosen major or majors (A)
9. demonstrate an awareness of the role of ethical behaviour in businesses (E)
10. apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration to achieve diverse purposes in a range of contexts (E).
By the end of the Bachelor of Arts-Psychology it is anticipated you should be able to:
11. demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in the core topics of psychology (K, T)
12. use the concepts, language, major theories, and perspectives of the discipline to account for psychological phenomena (K, C)
13. identify relevant theory and concepts, relate these to appropriate methodologies and evidence, and draw appropriate conclusions (K, T, P, I, J)
14. demonstrate the capacity for critical thinking and independent learning to solve problems related to a range of issues, including behaviour and mental processes (K, T, P, I, J, L)
15. communicate concepts and results clearly and effectively both in writing and orally (C)
16. engage in a critical review of appropriate and relevant information regarding psychological processes and demonstrate analytical research skills in evaluating psychological literature (T, P)
17. recognise and evaluate arguments and other persuasive appeals and approaches to problems (K, T, C, P)
18. understand, apply, conduct, and evaluate basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis and interpretation, and the appropriate use of technologies by which to do this (K, T, P, I)
19. identify how psychological principles can be used to explain social issues and inform public policy and apply psychological concepts, theories, and research findings as these relate to everyday life (A, J, E)
20. develop insight into your own and others’ behaviour and mental processes and apply effective strategies for self-management and self-improvement (J)
21. articulate how psychological principles can be used to explain social issues and inform public policy (E)
22. examine the sociocultural and international contexts that influence individual differences (E). |
| Learning and Teaching Methods |
Refer to separate statements for Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts - Psychology. |
| Assessment |
Refer to separate statements for Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts - Psychology. |
| Recognition of Prior Learning |
Macquarie University may recognise prior formal, informal and non-formal learning for the purpose of granting credit towards, or admission into, a program. The recognition of these forms of learning is enabled by the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy (see www.mq.edu.au/policy) and its associated Procedures and Guidelines. The RPL pages contain information on how to apply, links to registers, and the approval processes for recognising prior learning for entry or credit.
Domestic Students
For undergraduate RPL information visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/nonschoolrpl
For domestic postgraduate RPL information visit www.goto.mq.edu.au/pgrpl
International Students
For RPL information visit www.mq.edu.au/international/rpl undefined |
| Support for Learning |
Macquarie University aspires to be an inclusive and supportive community of learners where all students are given the opportunity to meet their academic and personal goals. The University offers a comprehensive range of free and accessible student support services which include academic advice, counselling and psychological services, advocacy services and welfare advice, careers and employment, disability services and academic skills workshops amongst others. There is also a bulk billing medical service located on campus.
Further information can be found at www.students.mq.edu.au/support/
Campus Wellbeing contact details:
Phone: +61 2 9850 7497
Email: campuswellbeing@mq.edu.au
www.students.mq.edu.au/support/wellbeing |
| Program Standards and Quality |
The program is subject to an ongoing comprehensive process of quality review in accordance with a pre-determined schedule that complies with the Higher Education Standards Framework. The review is overseen by Macquarie University's peak academic governance body, the Academic Senate and takes into account feedback received from students, staff and external stakeholders. |
| Graduate Destinations and Employability |
Career opportunities are largely determined by the level of academic training with options available in:
• business areas such as accounting, finance, economics, human resources or marketing
• educational institutions as a research assistant or report writer
• psychology related areas (but not under the title of Psychologist)
• family or community based organisations
• government departments and agencies
• health Services organisations.
Employers:
• consultancy firms
• accounting firms
• large and small businesses
• business analyst firms
• financial institutions
• marketing and PR firms
• government organisations
• recruitment agencies
• international agencies
• universities
• health services organisations
• community organisations. |
| Assessment Regulations |
This program is subject to Macquarie University regulations, including but not limited to those specified in the Assessment Policy, Academic Honesty Policy, the Final Examination Policy and relevant University Rules. For all approved University policies, procedures, guidelines and schedules visit www.mq.edu.au/policy. |
| Accreditation |
This is an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) accredited qualification.
Grade of ACCREDITATION WITHOUT CONDITIONS awarded by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.
Some majors in the BCom have external accreditation (eg Human Resources).
Graduates will meet the requirements of both degrees and will therefore meet the requirements of the accreditation bodies. |
