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ANU offers a comprehensive suite of undergraduate and honours courses, and a thriving postgraduate program at the Masters and PhD levels. The clinical program is high quality and the demand for places is strong.

Students are taught about the human mind and behaviour, how to conduct and interpret research and how to work together to solve problems. They gain a comprehensive understanding of core areas of psychology and develop practical skills that underpin career success, such as better understanding people and how they function, communication skills, critical thinking and analytical skills.

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Studying an advanced, research-focused Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree at The Australian National University (ANU) is an opportunity to make a substantial and original contribution to your discipline or area of professional practice.

We’ll automatically consider you for a scholarship when we receive your application.

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Our research priorities reflect the challenges facing the world today.

ANU researchers are currently exploring a range of disciplines and study areas .

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Before you apply

Find a potential supervisor and explore our colleges’ research opportunities. Some colleges have different application requirements – so make sure you’re aware of and follow these before you apply.

1. Find a supervisor

Discover potential supervisors. Explore their research and published works and find their contact details.

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2. ANU college research opportunities

Our colleges can provide you with information about research areas, supervisors and groups, as well as who to contact.

NOTE: More than one college can offer supervision in a particular study area.

• ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences
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3. Explore college application requirements

If you have found a supervisor you would like to work with and the college that offers this supervision, you will need to find out if there are any pre-application steps that your college would like you to take.

Most colleges would like you to find and secure the support of a potential supervisor before you complete your application. For example, the ANU College of Business & Economics has different arrangements for setting up supervision, so please check in with them before applying.

Some colleges will ask you to send a short description of your proposed area of research as an expression of interest and a summary of your academic qualifications, including grades, to them first.

Visit the ANU college research pages for pre-application advice (see the links under 'ANU colleges’ content above).

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You can apply at any time of the year – but if you would like to be considered for a scholarship, you will need to send your application within the scholarship’s application deadline.

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Your referees should send their reports before your scholarship’s deadline. Give them as much time as possible by completing your ANU application 2–3 weeks earlier than the scholarship’s deadline. We’ll contact your referees when we get your application.

Application requirements

Your application to study at ANU must meet the following requirements.

1. Minimum admission requirements

Explore our minimum admission requirements.

Requirements for admission to a Doctor of Philosophy degree

• An Australian bachelor’s degree with at least second-class honours (Upper first-class honours may be required by some programs) or the international equivalent, or
• Another degree with a significant research/thesis component, or
• A combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience related to your field of study

Requirements for admission to a Master of Philosophy degree

• An Australian bachelor’s degree or higher, with an overall grade of distinction or higher, or the international equivalent, or
• Another equivalent degree, or
• A combination of qualifications, research publications and/or professional experience that are related to your field of study

2. English language requirements

You must meet our English language requirements to be eligible for admission to ANU. While you can apply without having met them, you will need to show that you do when you get a study offer from us.

Unsure whether you can meet the English language requirements? Contact your research school or the Graduate Research Office before you send your application.

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3. Research proposal

Your draft research proposal only needs to be short. Check in with your potential supervisor to clarify their expectations for this proposal before you send it in with your application.

Your proposal should present your idea or question in your discipline area clearly. Consider it a statement about the basis of the research you’d like to do.

Your research proposal should:

• establish the relevance of your idea
• show gaps in your field – and how your research would address these
• include how you would go about your research project – your approach, methodologies and resources.

You will be able to change the proposal once you have enrolled in your program.

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4. Referees

Referee reports are mandatory when applying for admission to a HDR Program. At least 2 referees reports are required to commence assessment of the application. Academic referees, who are able to comment on the applicant’s ability to undertake the program, are preferred, however, professional references can also be used. The University may request additional referee reports during the assessment of the application.

Ensure their contact details are correct; we will email them a report to complete from within the application portal as soon as we have received your application.

If your referee is unable to access our system-generated referee report, they can contact the Admissions team and ask for another version of the form.

Your referees must send their completed reports confidentially and directly to the University rather than to you.

Reference documents:

• Research Application Referee Report (DOCX, 85.97 KB)

5. Supporting documentation

Upload clear, colour copies of your academic transcripts and graduation certificates with your application. You do not need to certify these documents, but they must be original copies. We will verify their authenticity.

If your academic documents were originally given to you in a language other than English, we will need official copies of the document in that language and original translations for verification purposes.

6. Incomplete qualifications

You can apply to ANU before you complete your current degree if you are in your final year. Advise the Graduate Research office your expected completion date via your application and supply a copy of the qualification when we make you an offer.

For more information, refer to ‘Supporting documentation’.

If you have the approval of a college and a potential supervisor, you can apply for admission to ANU. Without this endorsement, though, we might not be able to assess your application.

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If you do not hear from ANU within two months, contact your research school or email the Graduate Research Office.

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Study philosophy, neuroscience and psychology at anu.

The Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology (BPNP) program draws upon Australian National University's world-leading strengths in philosophy (top 10 in the world), neuroscience and psychology to take you on a pioneering and interdisciplinary academic journey. The program will foster a unique environment where innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge research converge to challenge traditional boundaries of thought.

The BPNP will challenge you to think differently, explore the uncharted territories of the mind-brain relationship, and contribute to ground-breaking research in this dynamic field. Join us on this transformative academic journey where innovation knows no bounds.

This program is available for applications to commence from first semester, 2025

What you will learn

You will explore philosophical questions related to the mind-brain connection, delving into the conceptual foundations that underpin our understanding of the brain and mind. You will gain in-depth knowledge of the intricate relationship between the brain and cognitive processes, with access to world-class facilities, resources, and some of the country’s leading scientists at the Eccles Institute of Neuroscience in the John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australia’s national medical research institute. Studying psychology will uncover the human mind and behaviour, and the mysteries of consciousness, perception, and cognition.

• Understand and evaluate a variety of philosophical and scientific traditions about the relationship between brain, mind, and behaviour.
• Engage in critical review of appropriate and relevant information sources.
• Communicate and justify complex concepts and results clearly and effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Plan and engage in sustained critical investigations and evaluations of research topics both independently and as part of collaborative groups.
• Display excellence in critical thinking, including the ability to critically evaluate a variety of inductive and deductive arguments.
• Demonstrate the capability to employ discipline-based knowledge in transdisciplinary problem solving.
• Show insight into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ knowledge and indigenous peoples’ perspectives.
• Show familiarity with discipline-specific experimental approaches, simulations and research methodology.  

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Explore the complex relationship between mind and brain

"Our graduates will gain analytic skills to critically evaluate theoretical and experimental approaches from multiple perspectives, both big picture and detail, and will learn to apply these skills to real-world problems. It is a dynamic field that enables multidisciplinary experience in one person."

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Students will develop and apply research skills to specific empirical and philosophical questions in these courses

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Professor Ehsan Arabzadeh

“Students will be challenged to think differently, and from the outset, will take a fundamental research question, and interrogate it across the three disciplines.Side-by-side with scientists, they’ll have with firsthand experience of what it's like to be in a lab, and to run experiments and simulations. And that's quite rare. Particularly at the Undergraduate level.”

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"There are unchartered territories when it come to the mind and brain relationship, and this program is charting a new path for both students and society."

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“Momentum is already building. Some of our current psychology students already do courses in philosophy or neuroscience, and there is a genuine excitement for the combination of these three disciplines in the new BPNP degree – and a wish that they could have done it!”

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Philosophy, Neuroscience and Psychology careers

The BPNP program will cultivate a holistic understanding of the mind-brain connection. The program provides experience that will benefit graduates who intend to to apply for further study in the fields philosophy, neuroscience, and psychology. The BPNP is an excellent launch pad for a career in research, consulting, behavioural analysis, policy development, user-experience research, education, politics, medicine, and working in the public and private sectors.

The Australian National University has been ranked as the top university for graduate employability in Australia in the Global University Employability Ranking 2020 . As a student at ANU, you gain access to the ANU CareerHub – an online career development and employability tool that includes a jobs board and careers resources. You also have access to drop-in chats with a career consultant and to attend our career fairs to meet potential employers.

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Determine the best way to apply

There are different ways to apply to ANU, the best way for you to apply  depends on your circumstances .

Understand the entry requirements

• Visit the  Domestic applications - ANU Undergraduate  page to check the admission dates.
• Make sure you understand the admission requirements for your chosen degree by reading them carefully on Programs and Courses website .
• All applicants must meet the University’s  English Language Admission Requirements for Students .

Meet the co-curricular or service requirement

In addition to meeting academic requirements, we have introduced a compulsory co-curricular or service requirement.

Make sure you have met the co-curricular or service requirement and provide the appropriate documentation.

Gather supporting documents

Entry to the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology is based on meeting the minimum selection rank requirement and involves an assessment of suitability based on the questions included in the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology Supplementary Form. Submission of this form is compulsory for all applicants. 

For domestic applicants applying direct to ANU: The final deadline to add the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference is 13 May 2024. The final deadline to submit the form is 20 May 2024 (you must have submitted your application by 13 May 2024). We will assess your application based on your Year 11 results plus any adjustments and the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology supplementary form. Offers will be released in the September round only. Those who accept their September offer will have their offer honoured and confirmed in the December or January round as long as they complete Year 12 with an ATAR. The Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology will not be available to add during the change of preference dates and no new offers will be released in the December or January round.

For domestic applicants applying via UAC:  The final deadline to add the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference and submit the form is 1 st December 2024. 

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Tick your application off your list so it's one less thing you need to think about.There are different ways to apply to ANU, the best way for you to apply depends on your circumstances .

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If your application is successful you will receive an early conditional offer.  A conditional offer will be converted to a full offer when you meet the academic requirements for your program and any other conditions included in your conditional offer.

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Upon meeting the conditions of your conditional offer, you will receive a final offer.  Accept the offer and enrol at ANU!

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Entry to the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology is based on meeting the minimum selection rank requirement and involves an assessment of suitability based on the questions included in the  Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology Supplementary Form.  Submission of this form is compulsory for all applicants. 

For international applicants applying direct to ANU: The final deadline to add the Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference and submit the form is 15 November 2024.

For international applicants applying via UAC: The final deadline to add the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference and submit the form is 1 st December 2024.

Visit the  International applications - ANU Undergraduate  to start your application.

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There are three assessment rounds in each semester. Applying in the first round will give you three opportunities to be assessed and accepted, giving you the best chance of being offered a place at ANU.

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• For domestic applicants applying direct to ANU: The final deadline to add the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference is 13 May 2024. The final deadline to submit the form is 20 May 2024 (you must have submitted your application by 13 May 2024). We will assess your application based on your Year 11 results plus any adjustments and the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology supplementary form. Offers will be released in the September round only. Those who accept their September offer will have their offer honoured and confirmed in the December or January round as long as they complete Year 12 with an ATAR. The Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology will not be available to add during the change of preference dates and no new offers will be released in the December or January round.  
• For domestic applicants applying via UAC: The final deadline to add the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference and submit the form is 1 st December 2024.

International 

• For international applicants applying direct to ANU: The final deadline to add the Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference and submit the form is 15 November 2024.  
• For international applicants applying via UAC: The final deadline to add the Bachelor of Philosophy, Neuroscience, and Psychology as a preference and submit the form is 1 st December 2024.

Applications for internal degree transfers will not be available in 2025.

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Department of Psychology

College of social & behavioral science, main navigation, anu asnaani, ph.d., research interests.

Dr. Asnaani's research interests fall under several broad categories:

• Understanding mechanisms  that maintain and underlie meaningful change in fear-based disorders (anxiety disorders, OCD and PTSD) (Mechanisms of interest include: emotion regulation, anxiety sensitivity/distress tolerance, resilience, cultural values/systems, psychophysiology)
• Improving outcomes that matter  to diverse communities and working with individuals who represent a wider range of cultural groups both locally and globally (Outcomes of interest include: quality of life, functional impairment, employment, school attendance, interpersonal conflict, anger management)
• Leveraging the use of technology  and other modern advancements as a way to be innovative in our approaches to assessment and targeting of underlying mechanisms of evidence-based treatments (Technology innovations include use of: smart technology, mobile and wearable devices, ambulatory measurement tools, iterative and agile study approaches)

Opportunities for Students

As the Director of the TCT Lab, I’m excited to prioritize training opportunities for students across various levels of training (undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and doctoral candidates) to provide a range of research and clinical experiences for those who are interested in joining my lab. I highly value the role of mentorship, support and collaboration with students to help them reach and exceed their potential by providing a space to explore their own unique career paths and pursuits.

Students can expect to be involved in all aspects of the projects the TCT lab is currently engaged in, including building high proficiency in basic experimental skills, learning robust study design, forming and applying critical thinking for different study approaches in the lab and community, garnering exposure to large-scale studies and regulatory processes that surround them, becoming familiar with how to apply for intramural and extramural funding for research ideas, and being well-versed in identifying, assessing and providing effective interventions for a range of anxiety-based disorders. In particular, given the multipronged projects of this lab, individuals interested in doing either primarily community-based research or those wanting to learn more lab-based skills and methodologies will have a space here. 

*Please note: I am NOT accepting doctoral applications for those applying in the 2023-2024 application cycle (i.e., I will not be taking on any new doctoral students planning to start in the Fall of 2024). Please check out the profiles of some of my colleagues in the Clinical area here who will be reviewing applications at the University of Utah, all of whom are doing amazing work!

**In addition, all inquiries regarding undergraduate research assistantships for the 2023-2024 academic year should be directed to our lab email ( [email protected] ) and we will respond as soon as we are able. I unfortunately will not be offering any post-baccalaureate paid RA positions in 2023-2024.

B.Sc., Brown University, 2007 Ph.D., Boston University, 2013

Selected Publications

* Indicates Corresponding/Senior Author on publication

** Indicates Co-First Authorship on publication

Asnaani, A. , Majeed, I.M., Kaur, K., & Gutierrez Chavez, M. (in press). Diversity and Cultural Perspectives in Psychology. Invited Chapter in Comprehensive Clinical Psychology (Editor: Gordon Asmundson), 2nd Ed : Elsevier.

 Kaczkurkin, A.N., Brown, L., Simon, S., & Asnaani, A.* (in press). The relationship between cultural self-construal and social anxiety symptom severity in a clinical sample of treatment-seeking patients. Transcultural Psychiatry.

Asnaani, A. , Tyler, J., McCann, J., Brown, L., Zang, Y. (2020). Anxiety sensitivity and emotion regulation as mechanisms of successful CBT outcome for anxiety-related disorders in a naturalistic treatment setting. Journal of Affective Disorders, 267 , 86–95.

Asnaani, A. , Charlery White, S.R., & Phillip, T.-M. (2020). Mobilizing mental health training efforts to align with advocacy for disenfranchised groups in global contexts: Trauma-related training in the Caribbean as an example. The Behavior Therapist, 43(7) , 254-260.

Asnaani, A. , Narine, K., Suzuki, N., Zang, Y., Schwartz, B., Yeh, R., Mannarino, A., Cohen, J., & Foa, E.B. (2020). Integration of technology to enhance screening of pediatric PTSD: Results from a study in primary care community settings . Journal of Child and Adolescent Trauma . 

Asnaani, A. , Charlery White, S.R., Majeed, I., & Phillip, T.-M. (2020). Trauma education and stigma reduction in global settings: An evaluation of the impact of a one-day trauma psychoeducation workshop with community stakeholders in the Caribbean nation of Saint Lucia. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17 , 2255.

Asnaani, A. , Benhamou, K., Kaczkurkin, A.N., Turk-Karan, E., & Foa, E.B. (2020). Beyond the constraints of an RCT: Naturalistic treatment outcomes for anxiety-related disorders. Behavior Therapy, 51 , 434-446.

Asnaani, A. , Kaczkurkin, A., Fitzgerald, H., Jerud, A., & Foa, E.B. (2020). The association between cognitive coping strategies and treatment outcomes in smokers with PTSD. Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice and Policy , 12, 92-100.

Kaczkurkin, A.N., Fitzgerald, H., Tyler, J., & Asnaani, A.* (2018). The contribution of anxiety sensitivity to obsessive-compulsive and anxiety symptoms in a naturalistic treatment setting. Cognitive Therapy and Research, 42 ,  661-673.

Asnaani, A., Gallagher, T., & Foa, E.B. (2018). Evidence-based protocols: Merits, drawbacks, and potential solutions. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 25, 1-13.

Foa, E.B., Asnaani, A. ** , Zang, Y., Capaldi, S., & Yeh, R. (2018). The Child PTSD Symptom Scale for DSM-5 (CPSS-5): Psychometric Properties of Interview, Self-Report, and Screening Versions. Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, 47, 38-46.

Asnaani, A., Kaczkurkin, A., Alpert, E., McLean, C.P., Simpson, H.B., & Foa, E.B. (2017). The effect of treatment on quality of life and functioning in OCD. Comprehensive Psychiatry, 73, 7-14.

Asnaani, A. , & Hall-Clark, B. (2017). Recent developments in understanding ethnocultural and race differences in trauma exposure and PTSD. Current Opinion in Psychology, 14 , 96-101.

Asher, M., Asnaani, A., & Aderka, I. (2017). Gender differences in social anxiety disorder: A review. Clinical Psychology Review, 56, 1-12.

Asnaani, A., Kaczkurkin, A., Tannahill, H., & Fitzgerald, H. (2016). Moderators of change in social anxiety during CBT in a transdiagnostic, naturalistic treatment-seeking sample. Journal of Experimental Psychopathology, 7, 655-670.

Asnaani, A. , McLean, C.P., & Foa, E.B. (2016). Updating Watson & Marks (1971): How has our understanding of the mechanisms of extinction learning evolved and where is our field going next? Behavior Therapy, 47, 654-668.

Kaczkurkin, A.N., Asnaani, A ., Hall-Clark, B., Peterson, A.L., Yarvis, J.S., Foa, E.B., & the STRONG STAR Consortium (2016). Ethnic and racial differences in clinically relevant symptoms in active duty military personnel with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 43, 90-98.

Kaczkurkin, A.N., Asnaani, A., Zhong, J., & Foa, E.B. (2016). The moderating effect of state anger on treatment outcome in female adolescents with PTSD. Journal of Traumatic Stress, 29, 325-31.

Asnaani, A., Alpert, E., McLean, C.P., & Foa, E.B. (2015). Resilient but addicted: The impact of resilience on the relationship between smoking withdrawal and PTSD. Journal of Psychiatric Research, 65, 146-153.

Asnaani, A ., Aderka, I.M., Marques, L., Simon, N., Robinaugh, D.J., & Hofmann, S.G. (2015). The structure of feared social situations among race-ethnic minorities and Whites with social anxiety disorder in the United States. Transcultural Psychiatry, 52, 791-807.

Asnaani, A., Reddy, M.K., & Shea, M.T. (2014). The impact of PTSD symptoms on physical and mental health functioning in returning veterans. Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 28, 310-317.

Asnaani, A., Rinck, M., Becker, E., & Hofmann, S.G. (2014). The effects of approach-avoidance modification on social anxiety disorder: A pilot study. Cognitive Therapy and Research, 38, 226-238.

Asnaani, A., Sawyer, A.T., Aderka, I.M., & Hofmann, S.G. (2013). Effect of suppression, reappraisal, and acceptance of emotional pictures on acoustic eye-blink startle magnitude. Journal of Experimental Psychopathology, 4, 182-193.

Asnaani, A., & Hofmann, S.G. (2012). Collaboration in culturally responsive therapy: Establishing a strong therapeutic alliance across cultural lines. Journal of Clinical Psychology: In Session, 68, 187-197.

Chou, T., Asnaani, A., & Hofmann, S.G. (2012). Perception of racial discrimination and psychopathology across three U.S. ethnic minority groups. Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology, 18, 74-81.

McLean, C., Asnaani, A. , Litz, B., & Hofmann, S.G. (2011). DSM-IV anxiety disorders across gender: Results from the Collaborative Psychiatric Epidemiology Studies. Journal of Psychiatric Research, 45, 1027-1035.

Asnaani, A., Richey, J.A., Dimaite, R., Hinton, D.E., & Hofmann, S.G. (2010). A cross-ethnic comparison of lifetime prevalence rates of anxiety disorders. Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease, 198, 551-555.

Hofmann, S.G., Asnaani, A., & Hinton, D.E. (2010). Cultural aspects in social anxiety and social anxiety disorder. Depression and Anxiety, 27, 1117-1127.

Asnaani, A ., Gutner, C.A., Hinton, D.E., & Hofmann, S.G. (2009). Panic Disorder, panic attacks, and panic attack symptoms across race-ethnic groups: Results of the Collaborative Psychiatric Epidemiology Studies. CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics, 15, 249-254.

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My practice at a glance.

28348 Roadside Drive

Agoura Hills, CA 91301

• Individual Sessions $175

Qualifications

• Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY19588 Anu Aurora
• In Practice for 24 Years
• Attended California School of Professional Psychology , PhD , Graduated 1999

Specialties and Expertise

Top specialties.

• Trauma and PTSD
• Coping Skills
• Cultural diversity
• Life Transitions
• Mood Disorders
• Racial Identity
• Relationship Issues
• Women's Issues

Endorsement

Client Focus

I also speak, treatment approach, types of therapy.

• Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
• Attachment-based
• Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
• Cognitive Processing (CPT)
• Compassion Focused
• Culturally Sensitive
• Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
• Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
• Multicultural
• Prolonged Exposure Therapy
• Trauma Focused

Primary Location

Nearby areas.

• Agoura Hills, CA
• Los Angeles

• Programs and Courses

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

A single four year undergraduate award offered by the ANU College of Health and Medicine

• Length 4 year full-time
• Minimum 192 Units
• Which applies to me?
• Academic plan APSYC
• Post Nominal BpsychHons
• CRICOS code 036680G
• 138130 (B Psychology)
• Eryn Newman
• Admission & Fees
• First Year Advice
• Introduction

Employment Opportunities

Career options, learning outcomes, inherent requirements, further information.

• Additional Information

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites, adjustment factors, scholarships.

• Indicative Fees

Program Requirements

Specialisations, elective study, study options.

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) requires completion of 192 units, of which:

• A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
• A minimum of 24 units must come from completion of honours pathway options or honours pathway courses in the subject area PSYC Psychology

The 192 units must include:

72 units from the completion of the following compulsory courses:

PSYC1003 Psychology 1: Understanding Mind, Brain and Behaviour (6 units)

PSYC1004 Psychology 2: Understanding People in Context (6 units)

PSYC2001 Social Psychology (6 units)

PSYC2007 Biological Basis of Behaviour (6 units)

PSYC2008 Cognition (6 units)

PSYC2009 Quantitative Methods in Psychology (6 units)

PSYC2012 Culture and Psychology (6 units)

PSYC3018 Advanced Research Methods (6 units)

PSYC3020 Health Psychology (6 units)

PSYC3025 Psychopathology Across the Lifespan (6 units)

PSYC3026 Personality Psychology (6 units)

PSYC3202 Developmental Psychology (6 units)

12 units from completion of 3000-level courses in the subject area PSYC- Psychology

12 units from completion of further 1000-level courses from the Science Course List

48 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU

48 units from completion of the Psychology Honours specialisation

Students must achieve a minimum 75% Weighted Average Mark in each period (Summer/First Semester/Autumn and Winter/Second Semester/Spring) in courses in the subject area PSYC Psychology in order to continue in the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours). Students who do not achieve a minimum of 75% Weighted Average Mark will be transferred to the Bachelor of Science (Psychology).

• Psychology Honours

Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective  major ,  minor  or  specialisation .

At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.

In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors.

Domestic applicants

? School leavers will be assessed on:

• the minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) requirement or equivalent for this program,

• the co-curricular or service requirement, and

• any program specific requirements that are listed below.

? Non school leavers:

a) will be assessed on:

b) Non school leavers who:

• complete a recognised Australian (or equivalent) post-secondary qualification, or

• complete one standard full-time year (1.0 FTE) of an Australian (or equivalent) degree qualification, or

• complete an approved tertiary preparation course/program without undertaking any further study,

will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. Non school leavers must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.

International applicants

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found here . Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.

Diversity factors & English language proficiency 

As Australia's national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency.

There are no formal program prerequisites.

Adjustment factors are additional points added to an applicant's Selection Rank (for example an applicant's ATAR). ANU offers adjustment factors based on performance and equity principles, such as for high achievement in nationally strategic senior secondary subjects and for recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies. 

Selection Rank adjustments are granted in accordance with the approved schedules, and no more than 15 (maximum 5 subject/performance-based adjustment factors and maximum 10 equity-based adjustment factors) can be awarded. 

You may be considered for adjustment factors if you have:

• applied for an eligible ANU Bachelor degree program
• undertaken Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate
• achieved an ATAR or equivalent at or above 70
• not previously attempted tertiary study.

Please visit the ANU Adjustment Factors website for further information.

Indicative fees

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees

For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees

Fee Information

All students are required to pay the  Services and amenities fee  (SA Fee)

The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.

For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments

ANU offers a wide range of  scholarships  to students to assist with the cost of their studies.

Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are.  Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.

For further information see the  Scholarships  website.

Decode the puzzle of the human brain with the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours).

This degree will allow you to explore both the research and applied components of psychology, with the opportunity to specialise in an area of interest when completing Honours in your fourth year.

This program is suited to those who intend to complete a postgraduate qualification in psychology and pursue a career as a clinical psychologist.

Find out more about psychology, the degree structure, the university experience, career opportunities and student stories on our website.

Get the inside story on what it’s like to be an ANU student by visiting our student blog.

ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.

We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.

Psychology graduates have skills essential to any workplace: an understanding of human motivation and behaviour, analytical skills and research skills including statistics.

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is a fantastic launch pad for a range of careers, including research, management consulting, human resources, marketing, public policy, child development and welfare, health and human services, education, counselling and clinical practice. Please see https://psychology.anu.edu.au/study/career-opportunities for more information.

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) graduates who wish to practice as psychologists or clinical psychologists can undertake the following programs:

• Master of Professional Psychology: this pathway enables graduates to eventually become registered psychologists by the Psychology Board of Australia; or
• Master of Clinical Psychology or the PhD (Clinical Psychology): this pathway enables graduates to eventually become registered psychologists with specialist endorsement in clinical psychology by the Psychology Board of Australia. Entry to the Master of Clinical Psychology and the PhD (Clinical Psychology) is highly competitive due to limited spaces.             
• Understand, critically evaluate, apply, integrate and generate psychological knowledge in educational and professional contexts.
• Develop and engage in a range of skills and methods to identify, analyse, critique and respond to complex problems involving psychological processes.
• Systematically identify relevant psychological theory and concepts, relate these to appropriate methodologies and evidence, and draw appropriate conclusions.
• Apply appropriate psychological research methods, including statistical techniques, to evaluate data.
• Communicate psychological concepts and results clearly and effectively in written and oral formats to diverse audiences.
• Work and learn in both independent and collaborative ways with others to encompass diverse abilities and perspectives on psychological issues.
• Critically examine psychological knowledge and skills, and their application, from diverse cultural perspectives, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ perspectives.
• Plan and engage in an independent and sustained critical investigation of a chosen research topic to generate new knowledge.
• Utilise psychological knowledge and skills for exercising personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen.

Information on inherent requirements is currently not available for this program.

The list of Honours pathway level courses offered by the ANU College of Health & Medicine and the ANU College of Science can be found here .

Please note:

An Honours Pathway Option (HPO) is a alternative piece of assessment/assignment, assessed at a higher level, attached to a regular course. Students who enrol in certain courses have the option of undertaking this piece of assessment and must identify themselves to the course convener at the beginning of the semester so that they can attend extra classes or submit the assignment accordingly. HPOs are usually identified in the Programs and Courses catalogue where there is further information regarding what the assessment entails and how it is graded.

An Honours Pathway Course (HPC) is a course that is inherently taught at a higher level. An HPC is usually identified as such in the Programs and Courses catalogue.

Want to learn more about the structure of the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) or wish to map out your degree? Click to access the  study plan .

Important fee information for commencing and continuing domestic undergraduate students intending to study psychology as a professional pathway:

Please note that due to changes in Australian government funding from 2021 as a result of the Job Ready Graduates Package, fees for Behavioural Science courses will be invoiced at different rates. This will affect students in the following manner:

Commencing Students

Study of the accredited sequence of psychology courses taken under the psychology degrees recognised by the Australian Government will be eligible for the Professional Pathway funding rates (HECS band 2). At ANU, these programs are:

• Bachelor Science (Psychology) - (3 year degree)
• Bachelor of Science (Psychology) (Honours) - (+1 Hons year)
• Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - (4 year degree incl Honours).

Note that Bachelor of Science (Psychology) (Honours) students who commenced their Bachelor of Science (Psychology) at ANU prior to 1 January 2021will be classed as continuing students. 

While the accredited sequence of psychology courses can be taken as part of other programs of study at ANU [Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science (Honours), Bachelor of Science (Advanced) (Honours), Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)], the study of psychology is not compulsory therefore Psychology courses in these programs will be charged different fees (HECS band 4).

Continuing students

Continuing students (enrolled before 1 January 2021) studying courses in disciplines with increased student contribution amounts, will be grandfathered under the legislation. That is, they will continue paying the same amount as they would have, had these reforms not been implemented for any courses that would otherwise have an increased student contribution. 

For more information on the 2021 fee changes to Student Contributions Amounts, please visit https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/student-contributions ; and for more information on the Job Ready Graduates Package please visit   https://www.studyassist.gov.au/

APAC Accreditation

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Change to program orders from 2023 - advice for students

From 2023, key changes have been made to the list of compulsory courses as follows: PSYC2012 and PSYC3020 are compulsory. PSYC2002 is recoded to PSYC3202 and is still compulsory. Students will have to complete a minimum of 14 PSYC coded courses as per the program requirements.

• Students admitted to the APSYC prior to 2023 are expected to follow the rules of the year in which which they were matriculated into the program and should complete the APAC accreditation requirements as they were prior to 2023.
• Students admitted to the APSYC from 2023, including internal program transfer, will be expected to follow the rules of the year in which they were matriculated and should complete the APAC accreditation requirements as per the program orders from 2023. Students transfering into the program from 2023 are encouraged to seek academic advice, if PSYC2002 has already been completed.

About this degree

Enrolment status, academic advice.

Back to the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) page

Please note that if you are commencing your studies in semester 2 there may be restrictions on the courses available for enrolment. We strongly recommend that you make an appointment with an academic advisor. You can make an appointment by using our online booking system here . There will also be advisory sessions offered during the week before semester commences.

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is designed for those students who are seeking a four year sequence in psychology. The degree offers concentrated study in psychology for students who want a thorough exploration of the discipline and the opportunity for specialisation in their third year before conducting a major research project in the Honours year. It includes courses in the major substantive areas of psychology, together with comprehensive training in the research design and data analysis techniques used in psychological science. Students are expected to maintain a high level of academic excellence in psychology courses. Note: this is a restricted entry program. Most students accepted into Honours psychology at ANU will continue to enter via other pathways such as BSc (Psych), BSc and BA. 

Single degree

• This degree requires 192 units
• A maximum of 60 units of 1000 level courses of which 24 units must be Science
• A minimum of 42 units 3000 level PSYC courses
• Completion of the accredited sequence of psychology courses
• An average of 75% in PSYC courses must be maintained each semester to remain in the program
• Completion of at least 4 Honours Pathway Options/Courses in the first 3 years of study
• Other courses from the Science course list or another ANU College (maximum non-science allowed 48 units)
• Completion of 48 units in the Honours year

In a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) single degree program you will study a total of 192 units.  Typically you will take 4 courses per semester (total of 24 units) as a full time student giving you a total of 24 courses across the first 3 years of your degree followed by 48 units of Honours courses in your fourth year.

In the first 3 years of your degree you will need to complete a minimum of 16 science courses (96 units) including the following accredited courses:

• PSYC1003 Psychology 1
• PSYC1004 Psychology 2
• PSYC2001 Social Psychology
• PSYC2007 Biological Basis of Behaviour
• PSYC2008 Cognition
• PSYC2009 Quantitative Methods in Psychology
• PSYC2012 Culture and Psychology
• PSYC3018 Advanced Research Methods
• PSYC3025 Psychopathology across the Life Span
• PSYC3026 Personality Psychology
• PSYC3202 Developmental Psychology

You will also get to choose eight courses (48 units) from other ANU Colleges.  You can try a range of courses or take a major or minor in a non-Science subject, such as history or marketing. The choice is yours.

It is possible to enrol in fewer courses per semester but it will take you longer to finish your program and get your degree. If you are an international student you must always be enrolled full-time in 24 units each semester.

• You need to enrol in courses for both First Semester and Second Semester.
• You can’t study more than four courses (24 units) per semester, eight for the year.
• You may take 1000-level courses later in your program.  But remember you can’t count more than ten 1000-level courses (60 units) towards your single degree.

In your 4th year of study you will undertake the Honours year.

Important things to keep in mind when choosing your 1000-level courses

• Sem 1: PSYC1003
• Sem 2: PSYC1004

To find 1000-level courses, use the catalogue finder.  Remember you can choose up to 8 courses from another ANU College.

For further information, you can:

• Download the Science first year course guide available here , or
• View the information at our New commencers & first year students page , or
• Email us at  [email protected] , or
• Come and talk to someone - you can make an appointment with an academic advisor here

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