Psychology - M2018
If you're driven to understand the human mind and motivated to create lasting change, the Bachelor of Psychology at Monash is your pathway to making a genuine difference. This course explores the science of human behaviour – how we think, feel and act – and how psychological insights can be applied to improve lives, empower communities, and shape a more compassionate world.
Study your way
This degree gives you the flexibility to explore what matters most to you. Alongside the accredited psychology sequence, you can choose electives that address contemporary and socially significant issues such as:
- Indigenous and cross-cultural psychology
- Cognitive neuroscience
- Digital technology and innovation
You’ll study core areas of psychological science including cognition, emotion, development, personality, and mental health. You’ll also learn how to design and conduct research, interpret data, and apply evidence-based approaches to real-world challenges.
Why Study Psychology at Monash?
This degree covers the core sequence of units that are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), and will give you a deep understanding of psychological science and its application in practice.
You’ll learn from leading psychologists and researchers who are shaping the future of mental health, neuroscience, and behavioural science. Many of our educators are also active in clinical practice, policy development, and industry – bringing real-world relevance into every lecture and tutorial.
You’ll study in a dynamic, supportive environment with access to specialist facilities like sleep labs and neuroimaging technologies, and have opportunities to engage in internships, global study, and collaborative research projects. In your final year, you’ll be a part of a work-integrated learning opportunity that allows you to apply psychological theory in real-world settings, tackling authentic challenges co-designed with industry, clinical, community, or research partners. It’s more than just practical experience – it builds professional confidence, transferable skills, and career clarity.
At a glance
Subject prerequisites
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Course Details
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Start date |
First Semester (February) |
Qualification |
Bachelor of Psychology |
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
There are many ways to be considered for entry to a Monash University degree depending on your educational background and history. The below options reflect the academic requirements for the different applicant categories (or the highest level of education previously completed) to be considered for this Monash course. All applicants must satisfy equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites or equivalent tertiary units including the English language requirements.
Qualifications
Equivalent Australian Year 12
Completing Year 12 in the Current Year or within the Last 2 Years
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education
Started or Completed a TAFE Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma
Applicants with VET Study
Started or Completed a Bachelor Degree
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Finished Year 12 More than 3 Years Ago with No Further Study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Alternative qualifications and prerequisites
For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Inherent requirements
To complete your degree, you will need to demonstrate that you have the abilities, knowledge, and skills to achieve specific core learning outcomes, these are called inherent requirements.
Find out more about inherent requirements for this course.
Partner with another course
Double degree courses allow you to study towards two different degrees at the same time, and graduate with two separate qualifications. And because a required subject in one course can count as an elective in the other, our double degrees take up to two years less than if you studied for the two degrees separately.
Making the application
Future students
Semester one (February)
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
The average annual student contribution amount for 2026 is:
A$9537
Note: see information on how fees are calculated.
Fee assistance
As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:
- pay all of your student contribution upfront, or
- defer payment through the HECS HELP loan scheme.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other fees
The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.
World rankings
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026
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Our students are at the heart of everything we do. With strong and enduring partnerships across the healthcare sector, world-class infrastructure, and a faculty of leading educators, researchers, clinicians and professional staff, we are united by a single goal: to improve the human condition. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and big ideas to meet the evolving health needs of our communities.
Through our bench-to-bedside approach, you’ll learn from experts who are actively shaping the future of healthcare, ensuring your education is grounded in real-world impact from day one.