Bachelor in Psychological Science with Honours

Tuition comes to 25,638 AUD per year.

The Bachelor in Psychological Science with Honours is a one-year program at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia. It's for students who want to pursue a career in psychology and have completed high school. This program helps students develop a deeper understanding of psychological principles and methods.

The curriculum includes 120 credit points of core subjects, which help students develop skills in research, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students learn about human behavior, cognitive processes, and social interactions, and they get to work on projects that apply psychological theories to real-world problems.

Graduates of this program can work as case managers, counseling assistants, mental health workers, research assistants, or youth workers. They can find jobs in hospitals, community organizations, government agencies, or private practices, helping people cope with mental health issues or supporting vulnerable populations.

La Trobe University in Melbourne, founded in 1964, is a research-led institution serving around 22,000 students with a broad portfolio of academic offerings across approximately 40 program areas. La Trobe combines academic rigor with strong industry ties to deliver degrees that emphasize employability, research experience and global perspectives. The university is recognized for strengths across health, science, education and the creative and social sciences.

Students benefit from integrated practical learning opportunities, including internships, community-engaged projects and industry placements embedded within many courses. La Trobe’s international student services offer language assistance, career counseling and wellbeing programs that support academic adjustment and life in Australia. Collaborative teaching formats and research-informed coursework encourage critical thinking and cross-cultural exchange among diverse cohorts.

Melbourne’s dynamic cultural scene, startup ecosystem and professional networks make it an attractive backdrop for study and work opportunities. La Trobe supports students with accommodation guidance, scholarship pathways and practical advice on living in the city. Prospective international applicants should consult program pages and the international office for entry requirements, intake dates and tailored guidance to plan a successful study experience in Melbourne.