About the course

Curious about what makes people think, feel and behave the way they do. Deakin's Bachelor of Psychological Science covers many aspects of human behaviour and personality. Fast-track your degree with our trimester system over two years of full-time study, all while learning from the best as Deakin is ranked #1 in Victoria for psychology course satisfaction, teaching, facilities and undergraduate employment.

　　Specialise from year one with the only Victorian university to offer specialist psychology majors in an undergraduate psychology degree, so you can pursue your interests early on with a major in child and family, organisational studies or forensic studies. This course prepares you for a range of careers in the fast-growing health sector or sets you up to pursue further study towards provisional registration as a psychologist. You will also have the option of undertaking 140 hours of real-world experience with an industry placement strengthening your employment prospects. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Trimester 1 (March), 2024	Burwood
Trimester 1 (March), 2024	Waurn Ponds
Trimester 1 (March), 2024	Off-campus
Trimester 1 (March), 2024	Melbourne Burwood Campus - Online Start
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Burwood
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Waurn Ponds
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Off-campus
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Melbourne Burwood Campus - Online Start
Trimester 1 (March), 2025	Waurn Ponds
Trimester 1 (March), 2025	Off-campus
Trimester 1 (March), 2025	Burwood
Trimester 1 (March), 2025	Melbourne Burwood Campus - Online Start
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Off-campus
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Waurn Ponds
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Burwood
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Melbourne Burwood Campus - Online Start
Trimester 1 (March), 2026	Burwood
Trimester 1 (March), 2026	Waurn Ponds
Trimester 1 (March), 2026	Off-campus
Trimester 1 (March), 2026	Melbourne Burwood Campus - Online Start
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Burwood
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Waurn Ponds
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Off-campus
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Melbourne Burwood Campus - Online Start

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for Deakin University

Award certificates. Academic Transcripts. All Official Transcripts. Certificate of completion of High School. International Baccalaureate Diploma - 25. IELTS - 6.5 (No band lower than 6). TOEFL IBT - 70 (Writing 21). TOEFL PBT - 577 (Writing 4.5).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Deakin University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　The versatility, the organised way in which it is taught.Customer reviews:Bachelor of Psychological Science -byRushat,2020-01-295.0/ 5 stars