Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

The University of Newcastle (UoN)

CRICOS Institution Code 00109J

Duration

260 weeks

Delivery

Face to Face

Study Load

Full-time or Part-time

Intakes

—

Course Overview

About This Course

Combine the understanding of human nature with law There are many skills that can be used to complement legal professions – understanding how the mind operates is one of them. This can be used from the boardroom to the courtroom. The Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) will prepare graduates with both skillsets and enable you to forge a career in these overlapping fields.

This program covers a broad range of areas such as mental illness, the biology of the brain, memory, and decision making, along with strong legal understanding and the application of logical reasoning. This fascinating and evolving field will prepare you to work in a broad range of industries where you can positively impact the lives of others. Combining these two degrees means you can get two qualifications in only five years of study. On completion of the first three years students will have completed all the required courses for the Bachelor of Psychological Science degree. In the final two years of the combined degree program students complete the requirements of the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and may enrol in these two years on a less than full time basis. For additional information about this degree you can refer to the pages for the corresponding single degrees: Bachelor of Psychological Science, and Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Combined Career-ready placement and research opportunities can be sought with Psychology Biomedical Science and HMRI Research labs, the University of Newcastle Psychology Community Clinic and external agencies.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

55 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

Commonwealth Supported Place — student contribution applies

Duration

260 weeks

Intakes

Semester 1, Semester 2

Study Mode

Full-time or Part-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.
The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.
For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:
Domestic Applicants
International Applicants

Domestic students

Minimum selection rank: 87.00 (Newcastle City).
UAC code: 489812 — Newcastle City.
Assumed knowledge: HSC English Standard or higher.
Recommended studies: HSC Biology or equivalent HSC English (Advanced).

International students

English language proficiency (IELTS Academic or approved equivalent): overall minimum 7; no sub-test below 7.
CRICOS course code: 106658K.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Understanding the human mind can play an important role in both business and legal settings. These skills can be used in many fields with possible roles including:

• Juvenile justice officer
• Victims advocate
• Behavioural specialist
• In-house counsel
• Psychologist (with further accredited postgraduate study)
• Lawyer (with further study)

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units84 units

LAWS1010

Legal System and Method I

PSYC1000

Introductory Research Methods in Psychology

LAWS5016

Law Review

LAWS1011

Legal System and Method II

PSYC1010

Psychology Introduction 1

LAWS5036

International Clinical Legal Externship

LAWS1020

Torts I

PSYC1020

Psychology Introduction 2

LAWS5043

International Study Experience

LAWS1021

Torts II

PSYC1200

Foundations of Psychological Practice

LAWS6016

Taxation Law

LAWS2030

Criminal Law and Procedure

STAT1070

Statistics for the Sciences

LAWS6017

Family Law

LAWS3040

Contracts I

PSYC2200

Evidence-based Mental Health Interventions

LAWS6018

Commercial Law

LAWS3041

Contracts II

PSYC2300

Cognitive Psychology

LAWS6019

International Human Rights Law

LAWS4001

Constitutional Law

PSYC2400

Biological Psychology

LAWS6020

Environmental Law

LAWS4002

Administrative Law

PSYC2500

Introduction to Mental Health and Mental Disorders

LAWS6021

Advanced Criminal Law

LAWS4003

Civil Dispute Resolution

PSYC3000

Advanced Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology

LAWS6023

Jurisprudence

LAWS4004

Evidence

PSYC2900

Social Psychology

LAWS6024

Employment Law

LAWS4005

Company Law

PSYC3006

Individual Differences and Assessment

LAWS6028

Criminal Law Practice and Procedure

LAWS4007

Professional Conduct

PSYC3002

Work Integrated Learning in Psychology

LAWS6029

Social Justice/Public Interest Clinic

LAWS4010

Equity and Trusts

PSYC3200

Foundations of Applied Psychological Science

LAWS6032

Advocacy Skills

LAWS4011

Property

PSYC3301

Advanced Perception and Learning in Psychology

LAWS6035

Competition Law and Policy

LAWS4012

Public International Law

PSYC3700

Advanced Developmental Psychology

LAWS6037

International Environment Law and Policy

LAWS6038

Law and Economics of Climate Change

LAWS6043

Advanced Legal Research Project

LAWS6050

Commercial Dispute Resolution

LAWS6085

International Trade Law

LAWS6086

Intellectual Property Law

LAWS6087

Internet Law

LAWS6090

Health Law

LAWS6091

Special Interest Topic

LAWS6094

Indigenous Peoples, Issues and the Law

LAWS6095

Law and Religion

LAWS6096

Child Law

LAWS6097

Competitive Mooting

LAWS6098

Equal Opportunity Law

LAWS6099

Sport and the Law

LAWS6100

Workplace Health and Safety Law

LAWS6102

Alternative Dispute Resolution

LAWS6103

International Arbitration

LAWS6104

Human Rights and Climate Change-Induced Human Displacement

LAWS6105

Expert Evidence

LAWS6106

Advanced Communication Skills

LAWS6107

Mediation Skills and Theory

LAWS6108

Corporate Power and Corporate Accountability: Pathways to Socially Responsible Business

LAWS6109

Restorative Justice

LAWS6112

Food and Wine Law

LAWS6113

Law for Startups

LAWS6114

Negotiation in a Legal Context

LAWS6116

Legal Innovation and Design

LAWS6119

Renewable Energy Law Clinic

LAWS6123

Elder Law

LAWS6124

Contemporary Issues In Australian Public Law

LAWS6125

Advanced Property Equity and Commercial Law

LAWS6127

Private International Law (Conflict of Laws)

LAWS6128

Native Title Law

LAWS6149

Banking and Finance Law

LAWS6150

Climate Change Law and Policy

LAWS6151

Gender and the Law

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) take to complete?

The course has a duration of 260 weeks as listed on the CRICOS registry, making it one of the longer dual-degree programs offered by the University of Newcastle.

What fields of education does this dual degree cover?

This dual qualification covers two fields of education: the first is Psychology (Broad Field: Society and Culture; Narrow Field: Behavioural Science; Detailed Field: Psychology), and the second is Law (Broad Field: Society and Culture; Narrow Field: Law; Detailed Field: Law, n.f.d.).

What is the estimated total cost of the course for international students?

The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$227,370, which comprises a tuition fee of AU$225,308 and a non-tuition fee of AU$2,062.

Does the course include a work component?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 10 hours per week over 14 weeks, totalling 140 hours of work-integrated learning.

Where is this course delivered?

This course is delivered at the University of Newcastle's Newcastle City campus in New South Wales, a location owned and operated by the provider (CRICOS Provider Code: 00109J).

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$61,000 – $80,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$80,000 – $100,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$100,000 – $124,000/yr

Career Paths

Clinical Psychologist
Counselling Psychologist
Organisational / Industrial Psychologist
Forensic Psychologist
School Psychologist / Educational Psychologist

Key Skills

Critical thinking and evidence-based reasoning
Psychological assessment and diagnostic interviewing
Quantitative and qualitative research design and analysis
Therapeutic communication and active listening
Report writing and clinical documentation

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