Psychological science is rooted in the study of the concepts of psychology – it’s the scientific study of psychology, behaviour, mental processes, communication and human interaction. It focuses on the processes of the human mind, including thoughts, feelings, memory, motivation, personality, intelligence, perception and desires.
In the Psychological Science major, you’ll gain a useful understanding of psychological principles, as well as training in psychology for careers that need an understanding of human behaviour, such as mental health agencies, not-for-profits, counselling service, hospitals and research organisations. The major offers you the flexibility to study a range of diverse areas in addition to a minimum number of psychology units.
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This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University 2109
Entry Requirements
You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR score 75.00 or equivalent.
To be eligible for academic entry, applicants need to have achieved one of the following results in English:
- English Standard: B5
- English as an Additional Language or Dialect: B5
- English Advanced: B4
- English Extension 1: E2
- English Extension 2: E2
- Any other Cat A Subject: B4
- Any Other Extension Subject: E2
If you have recently completed Year 12 studies, and you apply to Macquarie through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), you’ll be assessed on your selection rank or through our Academic Entry Program. Additionally, you may consider applying for the following schemes if eligible:
- Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme
- Schools Recommendation Scheme
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Entry Pathway
If you’re a non-Year 12 applicant and you don’t hold any formal education qualifications, but you do have informal learning and work experience, you may submit a portfolio for entry into one of our pathway programs. These programs allow you to articulate into a Macquarie degree after successful completion.
Macquarie recognises completed TAFE, college, and university qualifications. If you’ve completed a recognised qualification, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Course fees
Course fee
$43,800
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About Macquarie University
Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as for producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.
Uniquely located in the heart of Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 44,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery.
Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow.
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