Psychology courses

What makes the human brain tick? Find out with the Bachelor of Science (Psychology), which provides you with a great base in the key areas of psychology: developmental, social, personality, health and mental health, research methods, cognition and the biological bases of behaviour. In your later year courses, you’ll apply this knowledge and your skills in more specialised areas such as neuroscience, counselling, health, mental health and organisational (business) psychology. Once you’ve completed your third year, you can apply to undertake an Honours year and pursue further postgraduate study. This will allow you to practice as a psychologist or clinical psychologist.

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)* provides the same breadth of opportunities as the Bachelor of Science (Psychology), with the addition of honours pathway options that are designed to extend your understanding and introduce you to concepts that are more advanced than standard course activities. This degree also offers a direct pathway into honours. (Progression requirements apply throughout the first three years of the degree to progress into the fourth honours year.) This program is suited to those who intend to complete a postgraduate qualification in psychology and pursue a career as a clinical psychologist.

*This program is not available for admission in 2026. Alternative programs offering similar opportunities are available such as the Bachelor of Science (Psychology), Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts. Interested students can email students.cos@anu.edu.au for advice.

Areas of study

Psychology.

Career opportunities

Graduates have skills essential to any workplace: an understanding of human motivation and behaviour, analytical skills and research skills including statistics.

Careers may include research, management consulting, human resources, marketing, public policy, child development and welfare, health and human services, education, counselling and clinical practice.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Science (Psychology) is accredited by the Australian Psychological Society.

Honours

Available as an additional year, subject to progress requirements.

Fees and charges

The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Information about ANU student contributions.

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.

Combined options
ANU flexible double degree options allow you to create your own study program.