School of Psychological Sciences
Better understand human behaviour, link consumption to sustainability, and advance your career.
Improving the science behind human behaviour
We are one of the top psychology schools in Australia. With great facilities, expert teachers, and a hands-on clinic, we offer exciting opportunities to study the mind and human behaviour.
You can gain work experience, study overseas, and even become a professional psychologist by continuing your studies in our accredited Masters programs.
Real-world experience in psychological science 2:32
Hear from Psychological Science students, Joel and Emma about their experiences completing work integrated learning at uni.
Study psychology
A psychology degree helps you understand human behaviour, explore the link between consumption, identity, and sustainability, and boost your career prospects. You'll also engage in groundbreaking research on topics like autonomous vehicles, trauma, and brain function.
Research
We have a strong and continually expanding research focus, with a range of internationally recognised projects funded by national competitive grant bodies.
News
25 years of STEM engagement in 2025 for the Science and Engineering Challenge!
The Science and Engineering Challenge began events in 2000 and since then has reached over 480 000 students, inspiring them to take up STEM studies in senior school and gain the skills they needed to enter tertiary STEM studies. In 2025 they celebrate their 25th year of engaging students in STEM.
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Off-field career pivot for psychology graduate Alex McKinnon
It’s been ten years since Alex McKinnon’s on-field spinal injury ended his career as a professional rugby league player, but today he fulfils a goal from a different field – earning a university degree.
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Celebrating Fellowship | Congratulations Dr Olivia Whalen
On behalf of the College of Engineering, Science and Environment, we extend our congratulations to the most recent Fellow of the Advance HE (UK) Higher Education Academy - Dr Olivia Whalen
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Building pathways to recovery through cross-cultural psychology
The late Professor Daphne Keats was a distinguished staff member of the University of Newcastle who spearheaded the study of cross-cultural psychology in Australia. Her trailblazing efforts continue through a generous bequest to establish the Daphne Keats Chair in Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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University Council increases its student representation
At its meeting on 30 August 2024, the University Council passed a special resolution approving an increase in the number of its elected student members. From 1 January 2025, student representation on the Council will include an undergraduate and a postgraduate student position providing for a greater diversity of student perspectives.
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Solutions to Solve the STEM Teacher Shortage
‘Solving the STEM Teacher Shortage’ - the recent HunterWiSE event hosted in collaboration with I2N - was an opportunity for current and prospective teachers, as well as people with an interest in the future of STEM education, to come together to share ideas and discuss a pressing issue.
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School contacts
School Executive Officer
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Danielle Storey
Executive Officer
Enquiries
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School Administration Enquiries
Phone: +61 2 492 15505
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Program Enquiries
Phone: +61 2 492 15000
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