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Course Overview
Study at the university ranked #1 in Victoria for graduate salary and full-time employment in the study area of Psychology*. Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences is a first step towards becoming a registered psychologist. Work Integrated Learning is embedded throughout your degree, exposing you to real-world cases and applied learning. You can also apply for optional placements or internships, including paid opportunities, to put your knowledge into practice and gain additional workplace experience. *QILT: Graduates Outcomes Survey 2022-2024 Along the way you'll build skills in areas like Thorough discipline knowledge, Communication skills, Critical thinking, Digital literacy, Problem solving. Graduates typically move into roles such as Psychologist (with further study), Case manager, Wellbeing officer, Behaviour analyst or support practitioner, Child safety officer.
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
John St, Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Student Information
Provider's Published Fee
Duration
Intakes
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Domestic students:
International students:
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Course Content
Brain and Behaviour
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
Foundations of Statistics
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
Introduction to Research Methods
Core unit, 12.5 credit points, Psychology majors only
Fundamentals of Psychology
Core unit, 12.5 credit points
Developmental Psychology
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points
Analysis of Variance and Regression
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points
Cognition and Human Performance
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points
Social Psychology
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points
Work Experience in Industry A
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points
Integrated Professional Placement A - Behavioural Science
Academic unit
Work Experience in Industry B
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points
Integrated Professional Placement B - Behavioural Science
Academic unit
Psychology Project
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points, Psychology majors only
Psychology of Personality
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points
Mental Health Diversity, Diagnosis and Treatment
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points
History and Philosophy of Psychology
Core major unit, 12.5 credit points
Common Questions
Yes, the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and is described as a first step towards becoming a registered psychologist. Further study beyond this degree is required to achieve full registration as a psychologist.
Work Integrated Learning is embedded throughout the degree. The Psychology Project unit (PSY30003) gives students the opportunity to explore a student-led project with potential links into the industry. Students can also apply for optional professional placements or internships — including paid opportunities — available as either a 6-month or 12-month placement program.
Swinburne is the only Victorian university with an MRI and MEG on campus. These technologies are used to study brain structure and activity, meaning teaching is informed by cutting-edge discoveries. Teaching staff are also world leaders in their research fields, many of whom bring genuine industry insight from continuing to see clients face to face.
Yes, Swinburne offers several double degree options combining Psychological Sciences with a second qualification, including: Psychological Sciences/Criminal Justice and Criminology, Laws/Psychological Sciences, Arts/Psychological Sciences, and Psychological Sciences/Applied Innovation. Double degrees allow students to gain diverse skills, expand career pathways, and graduate with two qualifications.
For domestic Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students, the yearly fee is approximately $9,537 AUD and the total course fee is approximately $28,611 AUD for 2026. For international students, the indicative total course fee is approximately $42,220 AUD. Fees are estimates only and subject to change. Eligible domestic students may access HECS-HELP loans to cover their contribution amount.
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