Overview

At the Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology) LLB/BSc combined degree offered at Murdoch University you’ll examine crime from a range of perspectives, including law, sociology and psychology and learn how to reduce or prevent crime and help both the victims and offenders involved in the criminal justice system.

When you combine your Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, you’ll have the chance to study psychology along with other subjects in science. You can build special expertise in your final year with a unit in Cognitive Neuroscience.

3 reasons to study a combined degree in Law and Psychology at Murdoch

Develop analytical skills alongside contemporary scientific research methods for investigating human minds and behaviour.
Get valuable work experience through our Work Integrated Learning program which allows you to intern at real law firms and clinics.
Become a registered psychologist.

What you’ll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

Trial advocacy
Legal protection of international human rights
Psychological science
Cultural psychology
Psychology and law

Your future career

Studying law can lead to a career in any area or industry, from navigating human rights to exploring emerging fields such as artificial intelligence. Strong growth is predicted for psychology jobs in Australia over the next five years* so you'll graduate with many career opportunities. Careers could include:

Lawyer
Legal Practitioner
Psychologist
Human Resources or Marketing Officer
Researcher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Building Enterprise Skills

Law in the Community (Street Law)

Real World Learning

The Law of Costs

Internships (WIL)

Law Moot

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-27 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2024-07-24 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Civil & Private Law Public Law View 103 other Bachelors in Public Law in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Murdoch University and/or in Australia, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 096883K

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Total score of 33 points or higher
French Baccalaureate: Grade average of 14 or higher
GCE A Levels: Minimum of 12 points taken from the best 2 or 3 subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 (AS Levels are equivalent to half points e.g. A=2.5, B=2 etc.) or higher

Other ways to qualify for entry - Successful completion of one of the following:

Murdoch University Pre-Law Alternative Entry Course (final grade of 60% or more). Note this course is not available to students on a Student Visa.
Successful study at AQF level 7 (or equivalent) achieving either one semester with a minimum 70% GPA; or two semesters with a minimum 67% GPA. Applicants via this pathway may be requested to attend an interview.
Successful attendance and completion of LAW START, an ability and aptitude Evaluation Pathway. Note this course is not available to students on a Student Visa.

Tuition Fee

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International

35160 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35160 AUD per year during 60 months.
National

12894 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12894 AUD per year during 60 months.

If you are a national student, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth supported place.

Living costs for Perth

1328 - 2367 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology).

Available Scholarships

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