Psychology

Study a psychology degree at Victoria University and learn about mental processes, behaviour, diversity and social inclusion as the basis for developing happy, healthy people and communities.

Why choose VU

Course introduction – Psychology - transcript

Studying psychology at VU

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Psychology clinic

You can gain real-life training and apply your knowledge, interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills by working with clients in our psychology clinic, supervised by experienced psychologists.

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Work-integrated learning

Your fieldwork placement helps you to apply your knowledge and use your interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.

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Complete one unit (subject) at a time, in workshop-style classes, with our award-winning learning model.

Career outcomes

Our graduates find employment opportunities, including:

psychology-related work in a range of settings
research
social work
youth work.

VU stories

Natasha Jones

Goal: clinical psychologist

Bachelor of Psychological Studies

"I’d definitely recommend VU and my course. It's a lot more student-oriented than other universities."

I’d definitely recommend VU and my course. It's a lot more student-oriented than other universities.

Natasha's story

Deciding between study journeys? Toolsika combined them

Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Psychological Studies

"I’m enjoying university; I feel like I belong. Study is less stressful with the VU Block Model because you can focus on one subject at a time."

I’m enjoying university; I feel like I belong. Study is less stressful with the VU Block Model because you can focus on one subject at a time.

Toolsika's story

Eduardo Morales Vargas

From the field to the clinic: a mindful career move

Master of Professional Psychology

"What I enjoy most about psychology is providing support to individuals that could change their life."

What I enjoy most about psychology is providing support to individuals that could change their life.

Eduardo's story

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