Study Bachelor of Psychology - BPsyc at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, Wellington Faculty of Science

Bachelor of Psychology - BPsyc

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

Think psychology if you care about people and are passionate about delivering better mental health outcomes. By studying Psychology here in Wellington, you’ll learn the skills to be part of positive, transformative change for all New Zealanders. Our Bachelor of Psychology is made up of a required major-Psychological Science-and a set of eight optional complementary majors, covering a range of areas across psychology. If you’re interested in postgraduate study to become a registered psychologist, these optional majors offer clear pathways to help you achieve your goals. The Bachelor of Psychology offers flexibility to choose your pathway to understanding human behaviour and mental processes. With a required major in Psychological Science as your foundation, you’ll have a broad base of knowledge to build on. You can then choose from eight optional complementary majors, each offering unique insights into different areas of psychology, to build your expertise and tailor your degree to your interests and career aspirations.

Which department am I in?

Wellington Faculty of Science

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$42,900.00 (US$ 25,590) per year
levy NZ$1,285

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/09/2027

Start date

November 2027

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$42,900.00 (US$ 25,590) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/12/2026

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To be accepted into this programme you will need one of the following:

Minimum overall average of 75% in All India Senior School Examination (CBSE) or Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE) or Higher Secondary School Certificate issued by Maharashtra, Karnataka or West Bengal State Board (Note: The academic scores are calculated on the best four academic subjects excluding local languages and non-academic subjects)

For those with Higher Secondary School Certificate issued by all other India State Boards, minimum overall average of 80% is required (Note: The academic scores are calculated on the best four academic subjects excluding local languages and non-academic subjects)

Successful completion of your general secondary education and successful completion of one year of undergraduate degree study at a recognised tertiary institution (min. GPA may be required)

Successful completion of the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme OR other recognised foundation programme

Achievement of the International Baccalaureate Diploma (min. 24 points) OR equivalent internationally recognised high school qualification

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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