Explore the mysteries of the mind with specialised clinical psychology courses based on a cognitive-behavioural approach.
Several RMIT psychology degrees are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council and can lead to national and international registration as a psychologist.
You’ll have access to up to 132 days of industry placement in real-world settings. You’ll gain experience in settings such as hospitals, clinics or justice organisations – all before you’ve graduated.
In our Bachelor of Psychology, you can try a mix of electives before you decide where to specialise.
| Compare | Course name | Study type | Location | Entry score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation Studies | Pre-university study | Melbourne City | Not applicable Or is it?See admissions | ||
| Certificate IV in Mental Health | Vocational study | Melbourne City | Not applicable*Not applicable | ||
| Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk | Vocational study | Melbourne City | Not applicable*Not applicable | ||
| Bachelor of Criminology and Psychology | Undergraduate degree | Melbourne City | ATAR 60.20*See admissions | ||
| Bachelor of Psychology | Undergraduate degree | Melbourne City | ATAR 70.35*See admissions | ||
| Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) | Undergraduate degree | Bundoora | Not applicable*Not applicable | ||
| Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) | Undergraduate degree | Melbourne City | ATAR 61.05*See admissions | ||
| Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)/Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) | Undergraduate degree | Melbourne City | ATAR 66.90*See admissions | ||
| Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing | Postgraduate study | Bundoora | Not applicable*See admissions | ||
| Master of Clinical Psychology | Postgraduate study | Bundoora | Not applicable*See admissions | ||
| Master of Mental Health Nursing | Postgraduate study | Melbourne City, Bundoora | Not applicable*Not applicable | ||
| Online Graduate Diploma of Psychology | Postgraduate study | Online | See admissions*See admissions | ||
| Master of Science (Digital Health) | Research programs | Bundoora | Not applicable*See admissions | ||
| Master of Science (Psychology) | Research programs | Bundoora | Not applicable*See admissions | ||
| PhD (Psychology) | Research programs | Bundoora | Not applicable*See admissions |
Psychology is the study of the mind, and at RMIT, you’re given the chance to unpack the science of human behaviour in your own way. Our recently updated bachelor programs give you access to new minors and an innovative course structure that allows more flexibility in your study, while giving you the skills to excel in various specialisations.
Psychology is a broad field with many areas of specialisation including counselling, sport psychology, educational psychology, organisational psychology and forensic psychology. Pursue a career as a clinical psychologist, diagnosing and treating mental health problems, or apply your skills to a range of community and workplace settings such as hospitals, government departments, universities and community health centres.
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In addition to evidence-based learning material, several of RMIT’s psychology qualifications offer supervised work-integrated learning opportunities, including industry placements and internships. You could be gaining experience in hospitals, clinics, health facilities, or justice organisations, all before you’ve even graduated.
With one in two Australians estimated to experience difficulties with their mental health at some stage of their lives, skilled mental health nurses are critical in providing effective treatment and support as part of wider mental health services.
Postgraduate psychology students are invited to gain practical experience as an intern at the RMIT Psychology Clinic. This hands-on clinical experience with real clients prepares you for professional practice.
Through RMIT’s courses in justice and criminology, policy and legal practice, you’ll gain the legal experience to shape what’s next in technology-led law.
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