BSc - Psychology in Wellington New Zealand | Victoria University of Wellington

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington means immersing yourself in learning, investigating natural phenomena, testing theories, and potentially contributing to groundbreaking research.

The BSc program emphasizes practical experience, offering more than just classroom learning through laboratory work, field excursions, and summer research positions.

Explore the scientific principles governing human cognition and behavior. Understand the foundations of thought processes, actions, and emotions. Investigate social interactions, emotional responses, individual traits, and driving forces. You'll study sensory interpretation—how we distinguish colors or temperatures—and explore memory formation and recall. Master psychological research methodologies and statistical analysis techniques for evaluating experimental data.