Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws

    Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws

    Duration5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 26,003 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws

    About

    Overview

    The Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws combines the study of human behaviour with the study of the law. This double degree is designed to produce well-rounded graduates ready for legal practice and a range of professional careers in an increasingly global environment.

    The program combines the study of human behaviour with the study of law. The psychological science component enhances the student’s specialist knowledge by providing a comprehensive understanding of psychology, including behavioural and mental processes. It offers an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) sequence in psychology.

    Students who have completed 120 credit points of law units with a grade point average of 5.75 and above may apply to complete an honours degree.

    • 95% graduates employed

    • Top 10 Catholic universities globally

    • Top 40 young universities worldwide

    ACU strongly encourages students to be fully vaccinated. With our industry and community placement partners requiring vaccination, and with public health orders regularly changing - students can avoid interruption to their studies, placement and graduation requirements by becoming fully vaccinated.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

    To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:

    StatePrerequisites

    New South Wales

    English (Standard)(Band 3) or English as an Additional Language (EAL) (Band 4)

    Victoria

    Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 25 in any other English.

    International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

    Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.

    International applicants

    If you’re an international applicant you’ll need the equivalent of an Australian Year 12 Certificate.

    Find the equivalent qualification for your country

    You’ll also need to comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy , including the English Language Proficiency requirements.

    See the language requirements

    If you’re an international student completing one of the following qualifications, you will need to apply for admission through your local Tertiary Admission Centre (TAC) and be assessed on your performance in these studies (i.e. your ATAR or equivalent):

    an Australian Year 12 qualification (either outside or in Australia)

    an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

    a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 7

    Career

    Careers

    Completing a Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws is excellent preparation for pursuing a career in areas such as:

    • academic
    • criminology researcher
    • health department researcher
    • human resources consultant
    • in-house legal counsel for NGOs, community or health service organisations
    • legal practitioner (barrister or solicitor)
    • policy writer
    • psychologist (after further studies)
    • training consultant
    • private legal practice as a solicitor or barrister
    • legal officer in the public sector (for example in federal or state government departments and publicly funded organisations as diverse as national regulatory bodies, universities or public broadcasters)
    • in-house counsel to a wide range of organisations from corporations to trade unions
    • public interest legal work in community legal centres
    • legal research.

    within a variety of organisations such as:

    • Australian Institute of Criminology
    • Centrelink
    • Department of Community Service
    • Department of Health
    • Department of Human Services
    • rehabilitation centres.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    26,003 / year

    Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws

    Australian Catholic University

    Australian Catholic University

    Australia

    Australia, Sydney