
3 years
February, July
Bachelor
Understand what drives human behaviour through a Psychological Science degree, where you explore how people think, feel, and act in different situations. This field looks at areas such as social behaviour, emotion, personality, and motivation, while also examining what supports healthy development and what can lead to difficulties.
You’ll study how the brain processes information, including how we perceive the world around us and how memories are formed, stored, and recalled. The course also explores how identity develops over time, shaped by culture, personal experiences, and patterns of thinking.
Alongside theory, you’ll gain hands-on skills in psychological research and data analysis, learning how studies are designed and how statistics are used to interpret results from surveys and experiments. For students interested in human behaviour, mental processes, and research methods, this programme offers a strong foundation for both further study and career opportunities.
University
Victoria University Wellington
Campus
Kelburn
Total Credits
360 points (NZQF Level 7)
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
NZ$34,800 per year (approximate)
Full-time study: Core psychology courses with electives in cognitive and social psychology
Part-time study: Available with extended duration
Courses include: Research Methods in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Mental Health
University Entrance or equivalent
IELTS - Minimum 6.0 overall, with no band below 5.5
PTE - Minimum score of 50 overall
TOEFL - Minimum score of 80
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