About Psychological sciences

Explore the complexities of the mind and human behaviour, and how they relate to the brain, society and culture. Develop skills to understand people and yourself better.

Learn to create and evaluate positive and meaningful change, build resilience, and enhance development.

Graduates enjoy a diverse range of careers including in health, education, industry, commerce, welfare and government.

Discover studying Psychology at Melbourne

Are you interested in exploring the complexities of mind and behaviour, and how they relate to the brain, society and culture? Discover more about studying Psychology at The University of Melbourne.

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Find out more about our graduate degrees and get support with your application. Speak to our expert staff online, via phone or at an upcoming event. You can also register to learn more about your course options and opportunities via email.

Why study at the University of Melbourne

No. 1 university in Australia for psychology

No. 1 university in Australia for psychology

The University of Melbourne is ranked number one in Australia for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024), offering world-class courses taught by renowned psychologists.

Professional accreditation

Professional accreditation

Many of our psychology courses are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), providing the necessary subjects for generalist psychologist registration in Australia.

Practical learning environment

Practical learning environment

Students apply their knowledge in practical environments tailored to their needs through key partners and collaborators, such as the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health and Orygen.

Hear from our students

Find out what motivated our current students to choose Melbourne, and the impact studying with us has had on their lives and careers.

Grad Dip students come from a range of backgrounds and we have all studied in different faculties previously, which keeps the conversations and discussions interesting!

Michael Diamond- Graduate Diploma in Psychology