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Gain the skills and hands-on experience needed for your dream career in psychology and counselling. Graduate ready to meet the huge demand for mental health professionals.
#1 university in Melbourne for graduate employability
#3 in Melbourne for psychology
#207 university worldwide
#1 Victorian university for course satisfaction
Professionally recognised courses
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Find a psychology or counselling degree
Explore how the human mind works. Develop the knowledge and skillset to help others with a degree in psychology or counselling from Deakin.
Looking for a psychology or counselling degree that will prepare you for the workplace?
Psychology and counselling at Deakin is industry-informed and based on practical workplace experience. Prepare for a wide range of careers. Become a registered psychologist or find employment in entirely different fields.
Strong industry connections
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.
Practical learning opportunities
Deakin psychology students undertake valuable industry experience while they study. Access state-of-the-art equipment using the latest cognitive neuroscience techniques in our purpose-built psychology facilities. Graduate in demand and confident of your skills to pursue a rewarding career in psychology.
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Pathways to Deakin
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.
Shruti’s journey in psychological science
From New Delhi to Melbourne, Shruti took a leap to follow her passion for psychology by choosing Deakin University's Bachelor of Psychological Science. With Deakin's unique approach to early specialisation and industry placements, Shruti is getting the real-world experience she needs for future success at the #1 university in Victoria for graduate employment.
Professional recognition
Many 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.
Our Master of Counselling is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
Top professional roles in psychology and counselling
There is significant demand for mental health professionals worldwide. Over 12,600 new jobs for counsellors and psychologists in Australia is projected by 2029.^
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.
We are the #207 ranked university worldwide
Learn from the best – Deakin is one of the leading universities in the world. This rating highlights our world-class facilities, research, courses and teaching, as well as employability, innovation and inclusiveness.
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.
Bachelor of Psychological Science
World-class teaching experiences
Deakin’s industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning prepares you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
One of a kind
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.
A leader for psychology
You can choose Deakin with confidence; we're the #1 university in Victoria for graduate employment, course satisfaction and student support.
Combine your passions
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.
Why study in Australia?
Safe, welcoming and diverse, Australia is one of the most popular destinations for students around the world. Discover what it’s like to live and study in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
#1 Victorian university for student support
Coming to Australia to study can be the adventure of a lifetime. From orientation and welcome sessions to academic support and social activities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Cost of studying in Australia
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* The Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science includes the 10 core units that make up an APAC-accredited three-year psychology sequence. We are currently seeking accreditation of the Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science with the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
^ 2024 Employment Projections - for the five years to 2029, Jobs and Skills Australia.
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