Bachelor of Psychology

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

110984F

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320 / year

Next Intake July-2025

Bachelor of Psychology

About

A Bachelor of Psychology from RMIT in Melbourne will provide you with a wide range of knowledge and skills in human behaviour.

In addition to the principles of personality, psychopathology and psychotherapy, you will explore social, developmental, biological and cognitive psychology, as well as research methods in psychology.

Why study psychology at RMIT?

Further your career

This degree is a great pathway to postgraduate studies in clinical psychology, psychological research and registration as a psychologist.

Hands-on learning

The degree focuses on applied knowledge with an emphasis on work-integrated learning and industry-focused applications.

Customise your degree

Use flexibility to customise your studies by completing a psychology minor in mental health or one of our other options.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 65% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

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English Program Requirements

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

Psychology is a broad field with many areas of specialisation including organisational psychology, sport psychology, health psychology, educational psychology, counselling psychology, forensic psychology and community psychology.

Graduates of RMIT's Bachelor of Psychology can work in a wide range of environments, including:

hospitals
universities
general medical practices
community health centres
private practice
educational institutions
counselling agencies
government departments.

To register as a psychologist, in addition to this degree, you'll need to complete the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and the Master of Clinical Psychology (2 years full-time), or equivalent degrees recognised by the Australian Psychological Society.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 40,320

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.