Summary

Defined as the study of the human mind and behaviour, and characterised by both scientific research and applied professional practice, psychology plays an important role in modern society. An understanding of human behaviour will give you an edge in a variety of careers, including human resources, law, education, social work, criminology, market research and computer programming.

The Bachelor of Psychology will provide you with a scientific understanding of the psychological processes that underlie behaviour. You’ll get exposure to a range of fundamental psychological concepts, as well as to specialised areas such as child psychology, neuropsychology, social and personality psychology, organisational psychology, cognition and perception, and psychopathology. When followed by an honours year, this degree is a pathway to postgraduate study, which will enable you to become a qualified psychologist.

Key features

• Double your skills and employability prospects

   

  Combine this degree with one in business or education to gain in-depth skills highly sought after by industry.

• Acquire a strong foundation in scientific evidence and research

   

  Learn how psychological practice and theory are deeply rooted in scientific evidence obtained through research.

• Enhance your learning within our unique health precinct

   

  Study at a uni that’s home to the Centre for Emotional Health, Australian Hearing Hub, Simulation Hub, and Macquarie University Hospital.

• Study a professionally accredited degree

   

  Study a degree that’s accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.