Defined as studying the human mind and behaviour and characterised by scientific research and applied professional practice, psychology plays a vital role in modern society. 

Understanding human behaviour will give you an edge in various careers, including human resources, law, education, social work, criminology, market research and computer programming.

The Bachelor of Psychology at Macquarie University will provide a scientific understanding of the psychological processes underlying behaviour. 

You’ll get exposure to various fundamental psychological concepts and specialised areas such as: 

Child psychology, neuropsychology, social and personality psychology, organisational psychology, cognition and perception, and psychopathology. 

When followed by an honours year, this degree is a pathway to postgraduate study, enabling you to become a qualified psychologist.

Key features

Double your skills and employability prospects.

• Combine this degree with one in business or education to gain in-depth skills highly sought after by the industry.

Acquire a strong foundation in scientific evidence and research

• Learn how psychological practice and theory are deeply rooted in scientific evidence obtained through research.

• Certified copies of Academic/Official Transcripts
• Certified copies of award certificates or completion certificates from previously completed studies
• Certified copies of Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
• Certified copy of Passport or Visa Documents

To apply for an undergraduate program, international students will need to have completed one or more of the following academic qualifications:

• A recognised senior secondary school qualification or university entrance examination, such as the New South Wales Higher School Certificate (NSW HSC) or other equivalent Australian or overseas high school qualification
• A recognised university Foundation course
• A recognised 2 or 3-year Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree
• At least one year of a university degree from a recognised institution

Assumed knowledge

• None.

Recommended studies:

• HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent.

China: 

• Gao Kao - Shanghai (out of 660):                       397 (60.15%)
• Gao Kao - All other provinces (out of 750):         473 (63.06%)
• Chinese Senior Secondary School (selected schools)  80%
   

India:

• Indian AISSC    70-74%
• Indian HSSC     70-74%
• Indian ISC        70-74%

Japan:

• Japanese National Center Test    54%
   

Foundation and Intensive programs

These programs are for you if you have completed at least a Year 11 equivalent qualification and need additional academic support or further English skills to enter the first year of your undergraduate degree. 

Standard Foundation program

The Standard Foundation program is designed for students needing extra academic and English support before they are undergraduate-ready. 

You must have completed at least a Year 11 equivalent qualification to apply.

Intensive program

The Intensive program is designed for students needing extra academic support before they are undergraduate-ready. You need to have completed a Year 12 equivalent qualification to apply.