Laws (Honours) - Psychology Adelaide University

Overview

Throughout the Laws (Honours) - Psychology course from Adelaide University you will develop a strong understanding of the key theories that underpin both disciplines, and how they apply into real contexts throughout Australia. Then, learn how to put these skills into practice with real-world learning.

You’ll graduate with an understanding of the key legal principles of Australian law and the psychological concepts that underpin modern psychology practice. You’ll be able to compassionately meet the needs of people while understanding the basis of their behaviours, and can apply your skills in advocacy, policy or research roles.

To become a law professional like a solicitor or barrister, you will need to complete further study in the Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. To become a registered psychologist you will need to continue your psychology studies with an honours degree in psychology or a Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) before going on to a master’s degree in psychology.

Career opportunities:

Graduates of this highly complementary double degree can apply their skills across the private and public sectors. With a deep understanding of both Australian laws and psychology, you’ll be prepared to work as an ethical, forward-thinking professional. You could support individuals – or drive change at the systemic level.

You could work in:

• Business and human resources
• Education
• Government, policy and not-for-profits
• Social services and mental health
• Research and academia.

You may find yourself advocating for community groups as a representative, pushing for legal reforms to combat structural inequalities. You might counsel people one-on-one, understanding their challenges within a greater lens and context. Through further study, you could work within our criminal system as a defence lawyer, ensuring everyone gets a fair day in court.

To be admitted to legal practice, you will need to fulfil the practical requirements for admission, which includes the completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.