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Bachelor of Psychology
This degree builds a thorough grounding in psychology.
- How long it takes
- 3 to 4 years
- full time
- Entry ATAR
- From 50.25
- Lowest offered at RMIT University, 2026
- How you can study
- Online, on campus or a mix
- Leads on to
- Psychologist
- $114,600 median pay, In demand
- Taught by
- 25 providers
- 5 states and territories
Is this course right for you?
What the Bachelor of Psychology asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in how people think and behave
- patience for reading and analysing research
- good listening and communication skills
- a curious and open minded attitude
Before you start
Each provider sets its own entry requirements, so check the ones you are considering.
Bachelor or Bachelor Degree (Honours)?
The Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Psychology is at a higher level than this bachelor degree.
See the courseWhere this course can take you
The study that can follow this course.
Jobs you can do with it
Psychologist
Psychologists assess how someone is thinking and feeling, then use talk-based therapy to help them manage mental health problems and get through difficult periods of their lives.
A step towards this job. What else you need
Median pay$114,600
In demand
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list.
Where you can study this course
There are 25 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Course page for Monash University (opens in a new tab)
Monash University
Clayton, VIC
4.3from 1,955 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 75.1 lowest
- (87.05 median, 2026)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Next intake
- Feb 2027
What students like
- Staff are supportive and resolve issues quickly
What to weigh up
- Admin replies can be slow
- Feedback from teaching staff can be limited
- Website for Curtin University (opens in a new tab)
Curtin University
Bentley, WA
4.2from 1,745 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 60.6 lowest
- (66.35 median, 2026)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
What students like
- Staff are helpful and welcoming
- Support services help students through hard times
What to weigh up
- Enquiries can take a while to answer
- Website for Western Sydney University (opens in a new tab)
Western Sydney University
Bankstown, Parramatta, Penrith, NSW
4.2from 1,872 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 65.15 lowest
- (75 median, 2023)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
What students like
- Staff are friendly and supportive
- Good academic experience and learning
What to weigh up
- Admin can be slow to respond
- Course page for Charles Sturt University (opens in a new tab)
Charles Sturt University
Bathurst, Port Macquarie, NSW
4.0from 631 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 65.05 lowest
- (75.7 median, 2024)
- How you study
- Online, on campus or a mix
- (full or part time)
- Course page for Macquarie University (opens in a new tab)
Macquarie University
North Ryde, NSW
4.4from 1,202 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 70.95 lowest
- (80 median, 2024)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
What students like
- Lecturers care and help students understand
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Student support can be hard to reach
- Website for Griffith University (opens in a new tab)
Griffith University
Brisbane South (Mount Gravatt), Brisbane South (Nathan), Gold Coast, QLD
4.3from 1,317 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 67.55 lowest
- (75.55 median, 2026)
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
- Fee
- $10,200 a year
- (Government-supported place)
What students like
- Lecturers and tutors are supportive and approachable
What to weigh up
- Tutors can be slow to reply to emails
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Website for Deakin University (opens in a new tab)
Deakin University
Geelong Waurn Ponds, Melbourne Burwood, VIC
4.4from 2,192 Google reviews
- ATAR
- 68.2 lowest
- (80.2 median, 2026)
- How you study
- Online or on campus
- (full or part time)
- Next intake
- Feb 2027
What students like
- Lecturers are approachable, supportive and knowledgeable
- Support services are helpful for students
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Website for Murdoch University (opens in a new tab)
Murdoch University
South Street, WA
4.3from 596 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
What students like
- Staff are friendly and helpful
What to weigh up
- Admin and support can be hit and miss
What you’ll learn
The main topics covered in the Bachelor of Psychology.
- Cognition and behaviour
- Development across the lifespan
- Psychological testing and assessment
- Research methods and statistics
- Ethical and culturally aware practice
Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
Entry requirements are set by each provider, so check with the provider you choose.
How is it different from Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Psychology?
The Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Psychology is at a higher level than this bachelor degree.
How is it different from Diploma of Psychology?
The Bachelor of Psychology is at a higher level than the Diploma of Psychology.