Bachelor of Psychology

Psychology is a fascinating and diverse area of study that explores the human experience and touches upon many aspects of daily life. It seeks to answer questions about how and why we behave the way we do. The Bachelor of Psychology will help you develop a scientific understanding of human thoughts and behaviours, the processes underlying these and the relationship of these processes to the brain.

Why study this course at UWA:

• The Bachelor of Psychology (BP030), the Bachelor of Psychology and Bachelor of Arts (CB011), the Bachelor of Psychology and Bachelor of Commerce (CB013), the Bachelor of Psychological Studies (BP503), and the Bachelor of Psychology and Bachelor of Science (CB043) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
• Ranked 1st in WA for Psychology for the last five years (QS WUR by Subject 2025)
• A psychology degree is one that is increasingly valued by employers for the analytical and reasoning skills it gives you

You’ll learn to:

• apply psychological principles to personal, social and group issues
• plan, implement and evaluate research
• think critically and creatively, and use scientific methods to solve problems
• communicate effectively in a variety of formats and settings
• act professionally within an ethical framework.

At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.