Bachelor of Psychology
Bachelor of Psychology
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…
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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. From 2024, honours in psychology can be undertaken via the new one-year Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours). Applications to this degree are available to those who have successfully completed a Bachelor of Psychology, and who meet the required WAM and additional criteria.
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.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Data analyst
Educator and trainer of adults
Health and community program manager
Health researcher
Human resources consultant
Market analyst
Project manager
Psychologist (after further study)
Report writer
Research assistant
Social program coordinator or policymaker
Employers
Australian Institute of Criminology
Centrelink
Community organisations
Department of Human Services
Educational institutions
Government agencies and departments
Health organisations
Market research firms
NSW Health
Rehabilitation centres
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
