Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws

Bond's Bachelor of Psychological Science / Bachelor of Laws combination can be done in less than 4 years. The combination of psychology and law will help you develop a multi-layered skillset that will make you stand out to employers in almost any industry or work setting. The Bachelor of Laws in an approved program for a career as a legal practitioner, in conjunction with the completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP). Studying psychological science will give you a deep understanding of the human psyche – why we behave the way we do and the full range of human behaviours. That knowledge adds another layer of understanding to the study of law, particularly in crucial areas such as negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution. The double degree also significantly enhances your career options. You can continue to complete further studies to become either a practising legal professional or a registered psychologist, or you can find rewarding careers that combine the two. The Bachelor of Psychological Science provides students with a scientific understanding of normal psychological processes such as memory, learning, motivation, psychobiology, personality, emotion, developmental psychology and social relationships, as well as training in abnormal psychology. A basic understanding of these topics is acquired across the two introductory subjects before a greater depth of coverage is undertaken within the advanced second and third level subjects. Students also participate in laboratory work and are introduced to the Australian Psychological Society Code of Ethics. To underpin the scientific nature of the discipline, students receive training in a range of data analytic techniques and research methods used by psychologists. The program is designed to equip graduates with the basic scientific grounding and theoretical understanding required for advanced level studies. The Bachelor of Laws prepares students for a career as a legal professional, both within Australia and overseas. It provides students with a thorough grounding in essential areas of substantive law and access to a wide choice of law elective subjects, including the option of completing a specialisation. An integrated skills and professionalism program is embedded in the degree and focuses on core legal skills essential to the practice of law. The Bachelor of Laws provides an engaging learning experience that challenges students academically and prepares them practically for a legal career.