Bachelor of Psychological Studies at Victoria University

Organisational psychologists inspire change and improve people's experiences in the workplace. Studying the Master of Psychology (Organisational and Human Factors) can lead to a fulfilling career delivering professional psychological services to organisations and their people. The degree offers a combination of coursework, research and industry placements to ensure students graduate with the skills and knowledge required to establish effective procedures and structures in organisations, and to facilitate the development of productive and committed employees, teams and work units. A unique subject in human factors provides an insight into human safety and ergonomics, and over 1000 hours of clinical placements offer the chance to develop practical skills with patients and build professional networks while studying. Graduates of the degree are eligible to apply for full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and meet the entry requirements to the Australian Psychological Society (APS) College of Organisational Psychologists as a full member. Organisational psychologists have a range of career opportunities in change management, human resources, human factors, workplace advice and advocacy, consumer behaviour and marketing, and other areas.

Our Master of Psychology (Clinical) provides the knowledge and skills needed to practise as a registered psychologist. Clinical psychologists work with clients with high and low prevalent mental health issues-from anxiety and depression to disability and relationship challenges. Benefit from our strong links with a professional community of clinical practitioners. Undertake three clinical placements totalling over 1000 hours. Enjoy small class sizes and face-to-face teaching. Hone listening, empathy and interviewing skills. Network with future employers in mental health and health care settings. Complete a significant research project in clinical psychology.

Mental and physical health are inextricably connected. Health psychologists explore brain-body interactions with a view to improving client wellbeing. This requires advanced psychological skills and clinical expertise. Our Master of Psychology (Health) is one of only two health psychology degrees currently available in Australia. It provides the professional knowledge needed to practise as a registered health psychologist. Enjoy small class sizes with leading health psychologists and educators. Learn about illness, disease, and the promotion and maintenance of health. Study health care systems and policy. Explore psychological factors that contribute to ill health. Undertake three industry placements totalling over 1000 hours. Network with future employers in mental health, health care and government settings.