Psychology

Welcome to Psychology

Explore a range of subjects on human thought and behaviour, including developmental, cognitive, social and abnormal psychology. Learn how to conduct research, analyse data and apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios.

All our psychology programs are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). The Master of Psychology (Clinical) is also recognised by the Psychology Board, APS, and APS College of Clinical Psychologists.

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) students will work with supervisors to design their fourth-year research projects. Possible topics include cyberpsychology, motherhood experiences, personality, emotions, developmental psychology and mental health.

Meet your Course Coordinators

"We are aiming to boost the psychology workforce and increase access to mental health services in rural and regional Australia."

Megan Jenkins
Head of Clinical Services and Programs |  Associate Professor

George Van Doorn
Senior Lecturer & Associate Professor -  Bachelor of Psychological Science

Course structure

Get an understanding of the sequence and content of your units by downloading your course structure.

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Textbooks and equipment

Booklists are available through School Locker. Search for your semester and unit code to find and purchase what you need for each subject.

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Placement

Clinical placements give postgraduate students a chance to apply their knowledge in real situations – which is the best way to prepare for the workforce.

The Master of Psychology (Clinical) includes 1000 hours across 70 weeks. The Master of Professional Psychology includes 315 hours across 22 weeks.

Our postgraduate psychology placements are supported by our new psychology clinic FedCare Psychology Services and our external placement partners. We have more than 50 placement partners right across Victoria and opportunities in a range of settings including public health, private practice, forensic and educational settings and community health services.

Mandatory documents

You'll need to obtain Provisional Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. We will send confirmation of your enrolment directly to AHPRA – you just need to complete the registration application here.

Before you go on placement, you’ll need a Police Check, a Working with Children Check and your immunisation status. We will cover all of this at Orientation.

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