Overview

If we can understand people’s actions, we can predict their behaviour and help to prevent harm. Learn how you could help do both with this intellectually challenging double degree in Laws - Psychological Sciences at Swinburne University of Technology.

Key facts

Gain an accredited qualification in Australian law plus learn behavioural analysis and research skills. Delve into current psychological theories to examine local and global criminality and traditional and emerging, tech-enabled responses to crime. Learn how to formulate unshakeable arguments.Prepare for a career in legal practice, law enforcement, corrections, offender rehabilitation, victim support and policy development, or pursue further studies in forensic psychology and forensic counselling.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Australian Law & Statutory Interpretation
Contract Law
Commercial Law
Criminal Law & Procedure
Legal Writing
Evidence
Administrative Law -
Trade Marks and Related Rights
Federal and State Constitutional Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-29 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-25 00:00:00 , National

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International: It is strongly advised that you consider applying at least three months in advance of the intake’s start date.

Language

English

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Credits

500 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Psychology Legal Studies View 179 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

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

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General requirements

CRICOS: 111771M
Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

VCE Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in English (or equivalent) or 30 in English (EAL).

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Tuition Fees

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41240 AUD / year

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Additional Details

Domestic Students: Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

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