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Make a real impact by embracing mental health to help individuals, communities and societies
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Why study psychology and mental health at La Trobe?
Explore the complexities of the human mind and behaviour with a psychology degree to equip you with research-backed, career skills. Our flexible study options and industry placements will prepare you for a meaningful career in mental health and beyond.
- Choose from fully online, on-campus, or blended study options to suit your lifestyle.
- Gain real-world experience with field placements through our partnerships with key health organisations.
- Learn from world-renowned academics, including leaders in autism spectrum research.
- Make a positive impact by helping individuals and communities improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Top 200 globally
We’re ranked in the world’s top 200 for psychology.
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2025, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Psychology
High employability
93.3% of our domestic psychology postgraduates found employment within four months of graduation.
Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), 2024, ComparED: Psychology (Postgraduate)
More flexibility
Study through a hybrid mix of online and on campus study, accommodating your location, work schedule and other commitments. Experience our world-class, industry-designed learning in a way that suits you and get the best of both worlds.
Start with our most popular pyschology and mental health courses
I enjoyed the interactive lectures and tutorials facilitated by articulate and knowledgeable lecturers, the role play practice as a psychologist, and the multi-modal assessments that extended my theoretical knowledge to develop practical therapeutic skills.
It equips me with the technical knowledge needed for my field and fosters a deep sense of compassion and responsibility towards others. The work-integrated learning opportunities help me gain hands-on experience, making me a competitive candidate in the job market.
The psychology courses provide fantastic insight into the profession through an optional placement with the Department of Health and Human Services and an accredited program: the first step on the path to becoming an accredited psychologist.
There's no better experience than on-the-job
Work Intergrated Learning (WIL) placements are available in a range of courses at La Trobe, so you can start building your experience while you study.