Macquarie University
Bachelor of Psychology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe 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.
Delivery mode
Macquarie University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academic requirements
Guaranteed entry score: 80
Recommended studies
HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Psychology will prepare you for the following roles.
Clinical Psychologist
A Clinical Psychologist assesses and treats patients with various psychological issues. You might conduct psychological examinations and come up wi...
Counsellor
Counsellors help their clients work through a range of personal problems including issues relating to relationships, home finances, work, parenting...
Psychologist
A Psychologist treats a range of mental, emotional and behavioural issues. You might assess patient needs and develop a treatment plan. Psychologis...
Registered Psychologist
Registered Psychologists are qualified professionals who provide treatment, psychotherapy, and counselling to their clients. They are registered wi...
Organisational Psychologist
Organisational Psychologists are qualified psychologists who specialise in workplace culture and human resource development. They evaluate and stud...
Forensic Psychologist
A Forensic Psychologist applies psychological principles within the legal and criminal justice systems to understand criminal behaviour and support...
About Macquarie University
Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.
Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university: one unbound by ivory towers and sandstone walls. Rather, we are focused on fostering collaboration between students, academics, industry and society, encouraging all to traverse the boundaries of their own perspectives and effect change.
Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community – a place of constant stimulus and human interaction. Together, we advance world-class theoretical thinking and translate it into real-world solutions.
We’re connecting people across the most diverse fields of knowledge to create bold new possibilities: for their careers, intellectual endeavours, enterprises and the common good.
