Study psychology in Australia
Universities and colleges in Australia recorded as teaching psychology, with the levels they teach and what a year of study costs.
Includes Psychology, counselling, neuroscience
111 psychology courses in Australia, each with its length and total cost, from the official register. From official course data (government statistics and national course registers).
Subjects we can show you in Australia
11 institutions recorded as teaching this at doctorate level in Australia.
Order: Universities first, then most programmes or graduates in this field A to Z
Institutions
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Studying in Australia at a glance
- Tuition a year
- AUD 30,000 to AUD 60,600
- Living costs a month
- AUD 1,700 to AUD 3,300
- First year, all in, from
- EUR 32,600
- Money to show for the visa
- AUD 29,700
- Work during term
- 24 hours a week
- Stay to work after
- 2 years
Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for psychology can differ from the country average.
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Questions students ask
How much does it cost to study psychology in Australia?
Tuition for international students runs from AUD 30,000 to AUD 60,600 a year, and living costs from AUD 1,700 a month. With the visa fee, a first year starts at about EUR 32,600. Fees for psychology can be higher than the average; check the course page.
Can I work while I study in Australia?
Yes, up to 24 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.
Can I stay and work in Australia after I graduate?
Yes: Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) gives you 2 years.
Will my psychology degree from Australia let me work at home?
Psychology is a regulated profession in most countries. Before you apply, check with the professional body in the country where you want to work that it recognises this degree.
Scholarships to study psychology, by nationality
Government scholarships open to your passport, with deadlines and the official pages. Many accept any subject: check each scheme.