Victoria University

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The accredited psychology major equips you with a theoretical understanding of a range of psychological topics such as motivation and emotion, biological, cognitive, social, and personality psychology. Analytical, research and statistical skills, and understanding of relationships and communication are also developed through study of this major.

You will study Psychology 2BHistory, Theories and Practice of Psychology,Research Methods in Psychology, Clinical Aspects of Psychology, Developmental Psychology plus electives such as Counselling Theory and Practice,Group Behaviour, Organisations and Work, Psychobiology, Psychoanalysis, Cognitive Psychology and, Relationship and Family Wellbeing

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
  • Completion of Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).

Applicants with higher education study

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent).
  • or;
  • Completion of a single unit of Higher Education studies.
  • or;
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course e.g., Foundation course or equivalent.

Applicants with work & life experience

  • Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, or similar.
  • or;
  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. plus;
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).

Special Admission Programs

Our special admission programs cover a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic, or cultural environments to receive additional consideration. These include:

  • Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) for VTAC applicants.
  • Special consideration for direct applicants.

Applicants for this course will need to have met the academic requirements and prerequisites for this course outlined below.

  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).
  • OR:
  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
  • PLUS:
  • IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score or 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking).
  • OR:
  • Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

  • Diploma - an overall result of at least 20
  • Bachelor courses - an overall result of at least 24
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $82,200 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Full Fee Tuition:
$82,200
Enquire with Victoria University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $82,200 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) will prepare you for the following roles.

Market Research Consultant

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Psychological Researcher

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Child Psychologist

Child Psychologists are clinical psychologists who provide treatment, therapy, and counselling to children, teens, and adolescents. They help the c...

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Behaviour Therapist

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Family Therapist

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Community Rehabilitation Worker

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Disability Employment Consultant

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Human Resources Consultant

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Research Assistant

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Psychologist

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Recruitment Manager

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Data Analyst

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Life Coach

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Brand Manager

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Education Officer

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Behavioural Psychologist

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Avg yearly income $83,200
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EAP Psychologist

EAP Psychologists are registered psychologists who work for EAP providers, delivering work-based intervention programs. They provide counselling su...

Avg yearly income $82,108
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About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.