Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) program is perfect for those students who want to combine their interest in psychology with studies in other areas. In addition to covering the core areas in psychology, this program develops your communication and personal skills, as well as your creativity, capacity for independent thought, adaptability to new situations and problem-solving skills. The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program satisfies the academic degree requirements for admission to practice as an Australian lawyer. Students will engage in collaborative face-to-face problem and case-based learning, will be supported by online learning materials, and will participate in authentic assessment to develop knowledge and skills. The program provides students with a broad progressive legal education with a strong practical orientation to the law. Students develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, research, communication, collaboration, self-management, and ethical and professional awareness and judgement. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills in legal advocacy, negotiation, and legal technology and extend their professional and learning experiences through work integrated learning, clinical placement and international exchange engagements. Western's law programs are a unique alternative to more traditional law schools, with community law activities that give you real world experience. The School of Law operates the Western Sydney University Justice Clinic, providing a much-needed service, while giving students a unique clinical legal learning opportunity.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Parramatta South Campus, Western Sydney University, Parramatta NSW

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

This program is designed for students in the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)/Bachelor of Laws program who wish to undertake an Honours program.
Completion of at least 160 credit points of law study (or 140 credit points if two Summer subjects are undertaken)
Demonstration of the likelihood of graduating with an Honours Weighted Average Mark (HWAM) of at least 70 at the time of graduation; or an Admission Average Mark (AAM) of at least 70 at the time of admission to the Honours program
Demonstration of satisfactory academic writing skills
Availability of a principal supervisor
Students enrolling in the following subjects may need to have a National Police Certificate and consent or prohibited employment declarations: LAWS 4017 Access to Justice Clinic, LAWS 3074 Judicial Internship, LAWS 3077 Legal Internship, LAWS 4012 First Nations Peoples' Access to Justice Clinic, LAWS 3080 Street Law Clinic, JUST 3011 Issues in the Criminal Justice System
The following subjects require a visa for the relevant country and the ability to travel at specified time: LAWS 3024 Foundations of Chinese Law, LAWS 3025 Law, Culture and Entrepreneurial Innovation in India, LAWS 3078 Legal, Economic and Social Transformation in Taiwan

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Courts and legal advice, Communication and media industries, Education, Psychology and counselling, Cultural, political and social policy analysis, Writing and Publishing, Legal Practitioner

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this program and the standard Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)/Bachelor of Laws?

This program is designed for high achieving law students in the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) and Bachelor of Laws program who wish to undertake an extended level of study and research in Law. It is an Honours-level program, requiring students to meet criteria including completion of at least 160 credit points of law study and achieving an Honours Weighted Average Mark (HWAM) or Admission Average Mark (AAM) of at least 70.

What practical legal skills will I develop in this program?

You will learn professional legal skills including the ability to analyse legal material, understand fundamental legal principles, understand the relationship between law and society, and gain general analytical skills for critical thinking and problem solving. Special emphasis is placed on the development of skills in advocacy, negotiation, legal drafting and legal research. You may also have the opportunity to take part in work experience such as working at the NSW Attorney General's in legal aid, working in cooperative Summer Research Programs with industry, and in the Australian Taxation Office advisory support scheme.

What campuses is this program offered at?

The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is offered at Parramatta South Campus and Campbelltown Campus.

What are the indicative fees for this program?

The indicative annual domestic student fee starts from $11,885. Students should refer to the Fees & Scholarships section for more detailed and up-to-date fee information.

Does the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) qualify me to practise as a lawyer in Australia?

Yes. The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program satisfies the academic degree requirements for admission to practice as an Australian lawyer. The program provides students with a broad progressive legal education with a strong practical orientation to the law.

Application

How to Apply

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Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $74,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $74,000 to $90,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $90,000 to $115,000 per year

Career Paths

Policy Analyst / Policy OfficerCommunications Officer / ManagerPublic Relations SpecialistContent Writer / CopywriterJournalist / Reporter

Key Skills

Critical thinking and analytical reasoningPersuasive written and oral communicationResearch design and qualitative/quantitative research methodsIntercultural awareness and cross-cultural communicationEthical reasoning and moral philosophy

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