About the course

This is the only undergraduate degree specialising in cognitive neuroscience offered in South Australia.

　　You will gain practical experience in our state-of-the-art campus facilities, including our Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Psychology Clinic and Sleep and Chronobiology Laboratory. Here you will investigate brain activity and its impact on cognitive processes and behaviour. You will also learn using cutting-edge technology, such as EEG, and will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of developments in cognitive neuroscience research.

　　Further practical experience will be gained through research placements, which will help to extend your practical expertise – these experiences also offer opportunities to build vital industry networks.

　　Careers to consider include:

　　Cognitive neuroscientist: research the relationship between the brain and mind to understand how thoughts, memories, languages and actions are processed.

　　Behavioural scientist: develop and test behavioural interactions and cognitive processes.

　　Clinical laboratory manager: coordinate and organise ongoing activity in a laboratory environment related to the field of psychology and/or neuroscience.

　　Data analyst: collect and analyse data to understand cognitive processing.

　　Assistant neuropsychologist: assist a neuropsychologist, neuropsychologists often work as researchers or teachers or are employed by hospitals or healthcare facilities.

　　Research assistant: assist with academic research, you may gain employment with a university or research institute.

　　Clinical neurophysiological technician: record electrical activity of the brain and nervous system, daily tasks may involve reviewing patient history, gathering data and preparing patients for testing.

　　Laboratory technician (clinical or research): collect samples, perform tests on body specimens and record results.

　　Registered psychologist or research psychologist (with further study): work with patients to identify and diagnose emotional, mental and behavioural issues.

　　This degree can also be used as a pathway to further study in areas such as clinical psychology, neuropsychology, or other areas of health science. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2024	Magill
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2024	Magill
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2025	Magill
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2025	Magill
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2026	Magill
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2026	Magill

　　

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Entry requirements for University of South Australia

Recent secondary education : Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent AND Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points.

　　Higher education study : Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above.

　　Vocational Education and Training (VET): Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above.

　　IELTS total [6.0], IELTS reading [6.0], IELTS writing [6.0]. TOEFL PBT - 550 with TWE of 4.5.TOEFL IBT - 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18.

　　

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　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of South Australia. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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