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Major

Psychology

Bachelor of Science
Overview Study details

Study how people behave, think and feel.

Psychology prepares you for a diverse range of exciting careers that require advanced problem-solving, critical thinking and a deep understanding of human behaviour.

Explore topics like brain function, memory, conscious experience, lifespan development and social behaviour, together with the full spectrum of functional and dysfunctional behaviours.

Study neuroscience, learning and cognition, developmental psychology and social psychology, and apply scientific methods and statistical techniques used in research.

Learn to investigate and assess different methods of treatment and counselling.

Develop analytical skills and learn to administer and interpret diagnostic tests and formulate plans for treatment.

Highlights

27 in the world for psychology

QS World University Rankings 2026

33 in the world for life sciences and medicine

QS World University Rankings 2026

Watch Meet Aidan, he studied a Bachelor of Science majoring in Psychology at UQ on YouTube.

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Behaviour therapist
  • Recruitment officer
  • Guidance counsellor
  • Mental health social worker
  • Corrective services consultant
  • Mental health practitioner
  • Human resources adviser
  • Psychosocial community support worker
  • Market research consultant
  • Family support officer

Average annual salary range

Community Support Worker

$75K–$80K

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Average annual salary range

Case Manager

$85K–$100K

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Next steps after graduation

When you graduate, you'll be in high demand by employers for your advanced technical, communication, independent thinking and problem-solving skills.

Graduates undertake careers in human resources, mental health and disabilities services, youth and child support work, or fields as diverse as marketing, aged care and corrective services.

Find out more about careers that started in science

To gain full registration as a psychologist, you'll need to undertake an additional honours year and further postgraduate study in psychology.

Chanon Kachornvuthidej

My specialisation in Computer Science and Psychology places me in a highly advantageous position. The blend of technical proficiency with a deep understanding of human behaviour allows me to offer innovative solutions and insights that stand out in a global context.

Chanon Kachornvuthidej
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Computer Science and Psychology)
Aidan Hegarty

I use my knowledge in behavioural science to address key marketing and e-commerce challenges. The biggest benefit from studying science is being able to apply the experimental approaches I learnt to develop experimental research and designs to test theories and learn new insights.

Aidan Hegarty
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
Chanon Kachornvuthidej

My specialisation in Computer Science and Psychology places me in a highly advantageous position. The blend of technical proficiency with a deep understanding of human behaviour allows me to offer innovative solutions and insights that stand out in a global context.

Chanon Kachornvuthidej
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Computer Science and Psychology)
Aidan Hegarty

I use my knowledge in behavioural science to address key marketing and e-commerce challenges. The biggest benefit from studying science is being able to apply the experimental approaches I learnt to develop experimental research and designs to test theories and learn new insights.

Aidan Hegarty
Graduate, Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

This Major is available as:

  • Major
  • Extended Major

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Work placements
  • Research experience

What you'll study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Social and Organisational Psychology
  • Parenting and Family Psychology
  • The Neuroscience of Social Behaviour

See courses and program structure

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