Course Overview

About This Course

Combine the study of the mind and human behaviour with a fully accredited law degree, and you'll open an insightful and intellectually stimulating world of professional opportunities. Accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and the Australian Psychological Society (APS), your psychology studies will allow you to gain a solid grounding in topics like cognition, psychopathology and biological behaviour, and give you to the tools to instigate practical solutions to problems within various social and economic contexts. Your law studies will provide opportunities to study the theoretical and historical contexts of the legal sphere, explore a variety of law subjects (contract, constitutional and more), develop the advocacy abilities of a socially and ethically responsible clinical and legal practitioner and participate in advanced research projects that will expedite your skill-set to an advanced level. Recognised by the Supreme Court of the ACT and NSW? Tick. Opportunities for international law internships? Tick. Job opportunities as a legal practitioner, development coach, counsellor or policy advisor? Case closed! What's more, UC's Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Laws allows students to fast-track their studies during winter term.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Bruce, Canberra, ACT 2617, Australia

Australian National University, 110 Ellery Cresent - Baldessin Precinct Building, Acton, ACT 2601

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means: Year 12 ATAR, other Australian Qualification, work experience, or overseas qualification.
Minimum selection rank: 85 (ATAR plus adjustment factors).
A number of entry initiatives are available that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
English language requirements: Overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 6.5, with no band score below 6.0.
For Work Integrated Learning (WIL) in Psychology, students may require a Working with Vulnerable People card.
Assumed knowledge: None.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Clinical practitioner, development coach, consultant, researcher, barrister, solicitor, policy adviser, advocate… UC's Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Laws will open doors to a broad range of career options. Graduates will have the accredited skills and qualifications required to explore clinical and legal careers in or alongside: the courts; law firms; counselling and coaching services; private legal or clinical practice; government and the public sector, including as in-house counsel, policy advisor, and legislative drafting and law reform; the community sector, such as community legal work, counselling and professional advocacy; the not-for-profit sector; teaching, professional training and research.

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 Units6 units

11251

Foundations of Law and Justice

Level 1 unit, 6 credit points

11252

Dispute Management

Level 1 unit, 3 credit points

11254

Capstone Law and Justice

Level 4 unit, 3 credit points

11273

Lawyers and Professional Responsibility

Level 1 unit, 3 credit points

11274

Constitutional Law

Level 2 unit, 3 credit points

11275

Legal Theory

Level 3 unit, 3 credit points

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Laws professionally accredited?

Yes, both components are professionally accredited. The Bachelor of Science in Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and the Australian Psychological Society (APS). The Bachelor of Laws is recognised by the Supreme Court of the Australian Capital Territory and the State of New South Wales, and through mutual recognition, UC's degree may serve as the basis for admission in all Australian jurisdictions.

What do I need to do after completing the Bachelor of Laws to practise as a lawyer?

To be admitted to legal practice, in addition to completing UC's Bachelor of Laws, students must complete a practical legal training (PLT) course (also referred to as the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice) and satisfy character requirements. The PLT course is conveniently offered by external providers in the ACT.

What are the English language requirements for this course?

There are non-standard English language requirements for this course. To be eligible you must have an overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 6.5, with no band score below 6.0. Alternate/equivalent ways of meeting the English requirements can be found in the English Proficiency Requirements document on the university website.

Are there any additional requirements for Work Integrated Learning in Psychology?

Yes, for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) in Psychology, students may require a Working with Vulnerable People card.

What opportunities are available to students during the course beyond standard study?

Students have the opportunity to fast-track their studies during winter term. Additionally, there are opportunities to travel while studying, to places such as the US, the UK, Malaysia, Singapore or Thailand, and to participate in international law internships.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

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 $58,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Environmental ScientistLaboratory Scientist / Medical ScientistResearch ScientistEcologistMicrobiologist

Key Skills

Scientific reasoning and critical thinkingLaboratory techniques and safety protocolsData collection, analysis, and statistical interpretationScientific writing and research report preparationFieldwork and environmental sampling methods

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