Bachelor of Forensic Psychological Sciences

About the course

This undergraduate programme at Hawthorn campus builds core and applied knowledge in Psychology. Study spans cognitive psychology, research methods, developmental science, and applied assessment. The programme explores human behaviour, research methods, and applied psychology for community and organisational settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles supporting work in justice, community and human services where psychological knowledge is valued, such as case support, client services, rehabilitation and behavioural or research assistance. The degree can also support pathways toward further accredited psychology study. Typical employment settings include government agencies, correctional and community organisations, and research or program support teams in Psychology. Preparing graduates for human resources support, community services, and psychology-related graduate pathways.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)