Explore how the human mind works. Develop the knowledge and skillset to help others with a psychology degree from Deakin.
An undergraduate degree is generally completed between two to four years, depending on the pattern of study and any recognition of prior learning you may have. Associate degrees, bachelor and bachelor with honours are all undergraduate degrees.
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Research degrees are research based master’s or PhD programs that focus on a single area of expertise. They provide students the opportunity to carry out highly specialised research under expert supervision.
Psychology at Deakin is industry-informed and based on practical workplace experience.
Deakin holds strong ties with several leading organisations across a range of industries, including government agencies, hospitals and other universities. Our psychology graduates have gone on to work with organisations such as Barwon Health, Cancer Council, Corrections Victoria and Monash IVF.
Deakin psychology students undertake valuable industry experience while they study. This means you can graduate in-demand and confident of your skills to pursue a rewarding career in psychology.
Take the first step towards your dream degree at Deakin College. Based on campus, Deakin College provides a supportive and smooth pathway to a world-class degree at Deakin University. Successfully complete the Diploma of Health Sciences and transition directly into the Bachelor of Psychological Science.
All Deakin undergraduate psychology courses are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and can lead to further study in pursuit of registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Your next step is to complete a fourth year of study in psychology, such as our Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) or the equivalent Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced).
You will then be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, and eligible to apply for our postgraduate psychology degrees. After completing a masters degree in psychology, you are then eligible to apply for general registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, and to the Australian Psychological Society for full membership.
There is significant demand for mental health professionals worldwide. Over 11,300 new jobs for counsellors and psychologists in Australia is projected by 2028.*
A psychology qualification can prepare you for a wide range of diverse and exciting careers. You may go on to become a registered psychologist, pursue roles in complementary professions or find employment in entirely different fields.
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I have been enjoying every second of learning here at Deakin. The study support and tutors are very friendly and approachable and do everything they can to help me.
Samridhi, India
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Deakin’s industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning prepares you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
Deakin is the only university in the Australian state of Victoria to offer psychology majors at the undergraduate level, giving you the edge over your future colleagues and peers.
You can choose Deakin with confidence; we're the #1 university in Victoria for teaching, facilities, resources and support services for both undergraduate and postgraduate psychology students.
We offer a number of degrees where you can combine valuable skills in psychology with studies in the arts, business and other health disciplines. Combine your passions and discover a wide range of potential career paths.
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*2023 Employment Projections - for the five years to 2028, Jobs and Skills Australia
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