Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws

The psychology component provides a comprehensive coverage of psychology, lifespan development, biological psychology, social psychology, abnormal psychology, individual differences and research methods.

The law programs will equip students with the legal knowledge and practical experience to meet the challenges of 21st century legal practice. The degree will focus on developing practical commercial legal knowledge and an awareness of the international dimensions of law, while promoting critical thinking, ethical decision-making and social justice principles.

Areas of study

Law (including commercial, international and comparative and human rights law), psychology.

Career opportunities

Solicitor or barrister in private practice; legal officer in the public sector (eg in federal or state government departments and not-for-profit organisations, in-house counsel; legal researcher, policy writer, politician. Bachelor of Psychological Science graduates can also work in education and training, human services and welfare, counselling, human resource management, business and research.

Professional recognition

This degree has been approved by accreditation authorities as a prerequisite for admission to legal practice in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria, and is recognised for the purposes of admission in other Australian states and territories.  The Bachelor of Psychological Science is currently accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and undergoing scheduled re-accreditation for 2025 onwards. Please note that after completion of an APAC-accredited undergraduate degree, a further minimum of three years education and training in psychology are required to register as a psychologist in Australia. 

The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).

Upon completion of an APAC-accredited undergraduate degree, students who go on to complete either the Honours or Graduate Diploma in Psychology will be eligible for provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Please note that after completion of an APAC- accredited undergraduate degree, a further minimum of three years education and training in psychology is required to register as a psychologist in Australia.

Practical experience

From second year, one Community Legal Engagement unit in which students undertake 80 hours in a pro bono work experience setting.

Fees and charges

Visit the ACU website for general information about tuition fees.