Why study Psychology and Mental Health at UNE?
Do you have a special interest in human behaviour? The need for qualified psychology and mental health professionals is higher than ever, with a 29.8% rise in employment for psychologists and a 27.7% rise in demand for counsellors forecasted in the ten years to 2033 (Jobs and Skills Australia).
UNE offers APAC-accredited psychology courses that take you from foundation to registration: from the three-year undergraduate sequence to a fourth-year qualification, and we offer both general and specialised Masters’ qualifications. Our Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Master of Counselling are likewise accredited by the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
Our wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses you will deepen your understanding of human behaviour and teach you to how to implement appropriate mental health strategies. You can choose to study online and on campus, making it possible for you to schedule your study around your life and commitments.
We're proud to have received maximum 5-star ratings for both Overall Experience and Full-Time Employment in Psychology (Good Universities Guide 2024, undergraduate). With a qualification in psychology or mental health from UNE, you can build a secure career making a profound difference to peoples’ lives.
Explore our Psychology and Mental Health disciplines and courses now.
Disciplines within Psychology and Mental Health
Courses by study level
- Advanced Diploma in Arts
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Counselling
- Bachelor of Criminology
- Bachelor of Psychological Science
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Scientific Studies
- Bachelor of Social Science
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Diploma in Community Welfare and Wellbeing
- Diploma in Health and Social Care (Counselling)
- Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Work)
- Diploma in Psychological Science
- Diploma in Science
- Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Management
- Graduate Certificate in Aged Care Nursing
- Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Business
- Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Criminology
- Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience and Education
- Graduate Certificate in Neuroscience
- Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice
- Graduate Certificate in Public Health (One Health)
- Graduate Certificate in School Psychology
- Graduate Certificate in School Wellbeing Support
- Graduate Certificate in Science
- Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Management
- Graduate Diploma in Aged Care Nursing
- Graduate Diploma in Counselling
- Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Business
- Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Criminology
- Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience and Education
- Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience
- Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice
- Graduate Diploma in Psychology
- Graduate Diploma in Public Health (One Health)
- Graduate Diploma in Science
- Master of Counselling
- Master of Neuroscience and Business
- Master of Neuroscience and Criminology
- Master of Neuroscience and Education
- Master of Neuroscience
- Master of Professional Psychology
- Master of Psychology (Clinical) Advanced Entry
- Master of Psychology (Clinical)
- Master of Public Health (One Health)
- Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
Why study with us?

My most rewarding experience has been working with lecturers who share my passion and have encouraged me as a person to pursue further academic goals of Honours.
Sarah-Jane Bowers, Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Criminology (Hons)Psychology and Mental Health careers
Qualified psychologists and mental health experts are increasingly in demand. A qualification in this field from UNE can help you to future fit yourself for a career in:
- clinical psychology
- psychotherapy
- public, private and community counselling
- health services
- human services
- neuroscience research.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
19 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 19 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2025Five Stars for
Social Equity
UNE rates among the top 20% of universities nationally and is #1 in NSW for Social Equity
Good Universities Guide 2025Five Stars for
Graduate Employment
UNE rates among the top 20% of universities for Graduate Full-time Employment
Good Universities Guide 2025 (Undergraduate)What happens next?
Got any questions about a course you would like to study? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our Future Student team is standing by to help.
2025 applications are now open. The application process only takes 20 minutes to complete. Don’t delay, apply now!
Your start date is based on the study period you choose to apply for.