This specialisation is for those who are interested in psychology and language, and develops your understanding of how these shape our behaviour, identity, culture, and wellbeing.
UC offers a specialisation in Language, Brain and Behaviour within the Bachelor of Arts. Specialisations group courses from different subjects into a central theme.
Throughout study you will explore neuropsychology, language learning, and cultural development and communication of language. In the final year, you will carry out your own research project relevant to your specific interests.
You are also encouraged to take a minor in a language to study alongside this specialisation. UC offers language studies in:
See the subject pages for the minor requirements.
The following courses are required throughout your degree:
100-level
These introductory courses are also recommended for your first year.
200-level
PSYC208 Cognition or PSYC209 Sensation and Perception are recommended.
300-level
PSYC333 Biological Psychology is recommended.
This specialisation will be of value to anyone wishing to continue on to areas such as language research or teaching, youth development, communication skills training, or development of new language technologies.
Career pathways could include:
Find out more about what you can do with a degree from UC.
Choose an area that you are interested in and learn how UC’s range of study options can let you study what you want to.
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