Overview
To create an optimal legal system, we need to understand human behaviour and what clients need. More than ever, employers are searching for experienced professionals with expertise in law and psychology who can create innovative solutions to our most pressing legal challenges.
As you study law, you can tailor your Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Psychological Science degree at La Trobe University to your personal career aspirations with a wide range of elective subjects and opportunities for hands-on professional experience. We combine outstanding legal training with a progressive approach that prepares you for employment. You'll build legal expertise in key areas of law and develop skills that are highly valued by all employers, like advocacy, negotiation, and dispute resolution.
In your accredited psychological science degree, you'll enjoy the full benefits of having access to academics who are experts in their fields. Explore the environmental factors that affect our mental health and understand how community members cope with mental and physical disorders. Thanks to our electives and specialised minors, you'll be able to further ensure your study meets your specific career goals.
Career outcomes
La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours) satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practise law in Victoria. Degrees in law and psychological science prepare you for careers in a wide range of industries, including in legal practice, community and welfare services and policy advice roles.
The unique blend of expertise offered in this double degree means your potential careers include:
- Forensic psychologist
- Mediator
- Barrister or solicitor
- Workplace relations adviser
- Policy advisor
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Applied Psychology
- Dispute Resolution
- Legal Institutions and Methods
- Civil Procedure
- Social Psychology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Bendigo, Australia
Disciplines
Psychology Criminal Law Legal Studies View 194 other Bachelors in Psychology in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 106403M
Subject prerequisites
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
- 6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents43600 AUD / year≈ 43600 AUD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents13548 AUD / year≈ 13548 AUD / year
Additional Details
National students:
- Commonwealth supported places (CSP): Available for this course
Living costs
Melbourne
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Laws (Honours) - Psychological Science.
Available Scholarships
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