Levels 2 and 3, 16 University Ave
Macquarie University NSW 2109
Discover the inner workings of human behaviour
The School of Psychological Sciences offers exceptional learning opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students who are interested in how the mind and brain work.
Our courses offer cutting-edge research opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive community of passionate educators and scholars dedicated to advancing our understanding of human cognition, behaviour and mental health.
Undergraduate
Our degrees will ensure your success in the workplace or research environment by developing your skills in:
- complex problem-solving
- critical-thinking
- effective communication.
Learn more about our psychology degrees.
Our honours course gives you the freedom to explore a research topic outside the constraints of a normal unit of study.
Postgraduate
We offer the largest suite of APAC accredited postgraduate psychology degrees in New South Wales. These postgraduate courses are designed to build the skills and knowledge needed as a pathway to registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
These pathways include:
- Master of Professional Psychology: become a psychologist via the 5+1 pathway to registration, equipped to practice across a broad range of settings and contexts.
- Master of Clinical Psychology: become a psychologist with expertise in science-based approaches to assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological issues.
- Master of Clinical Neuropsychology: become a psychologist with expertise in brain-based conditions, providing assessments to inform diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
- Master of Organisational Psychology: become a psychologist with expertise in enhancing workplace performance, productivity, and employee psychosocial health and wellbeing.
Take the next step towards a career in psychological research through a clear pathway:
- complete a two-year coursework master degree
- progress to a three-year PhD with scholarship support.
If you’re shortlisted for a master degree interview, you’ll have the opportunity to express your interest in the research pathway. Successful applicants will receive an offer for the pathway, including the scholarship, subject to completing the master degree with a Distinction average.
While undertaking the master degree, you’ll be guided by some of Australia’s leading researchers to develop a relevant, forward-looking research proposal that responds to the challenges communities face today – and anticipates those of tomorrow.
Complete your professional training, demonstrate your research potential and move confidently towards doctoral study.