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5 Years On Campus Dual-bachelors Program
University of NewcastleThis double degree combines the scientific study of human behaviour with professional legal training, preparing students for careers where psychology, justice, and law intersect. It is designed for students who are interested in understanding people, solving complex problems, and working in legal, justice, or human services environments.
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) – Gardens Point Campus, Brisbane, Queensland
Program Overview
This program offers a unique blend of psychological science and law, equipping students with analytical, research, and legal reasoning skills. It suits students who are curious about human behaviour and motivated to work in law, criminology, policy, or justice-related fields.
Curriculum Structure
Year 1 introduces foundational knowledge in both disciplines through core units such as Introduction to Psychology 1A, Foundations of Law, and Criminal Justice Systems. Students begin developing an understanding of human behaviour alongside basic legal principles and the structure of the Australian legal system.
Year 2 builds deeper academic capability through subjects like Cognitive and Biological Psychology, Torts, and Contract Law. Students start applying psychological theories to real-world behaviour while strengthening their understanding of civil and criminal law frameworks.
Year 3 focuses on advanced learning with units such as Social Psychology, Constitutional Law, and Research Methods in Psychology. At this stage, students begin integrating legal reasoning with behavioural science insights, particularly in areas like justice and decision-making.
Year 4 develops professional-level expertise through subjects like Psychopathology, Administrative Law, and Evidence Law. Students explore mental health, legal processes, and the application of psychology in forensic and legal settings.
Year 5 is dedicated to advanced integration and practical preparation, including units such as Forensic Psychology, Legal Practice & Ethics, and Applied Psychology in Justice Settings. Students refine their professional identity and prepare for transition into legal practice or postgraduate psychology pathways.
Focus Areas:
Psychological science, legal reasoning, criminal justice, human behaviour, forensic psychology, public law, research methods, mental health, and evidence-based decision making.
Learning Outcomes:
Graduates will be able to analyse human behaviour using scientific methods, apply legal reasoning to complex problems, and operate effectively in justice, legal, and human services environments.
Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
The law component is designed to meet academic requirements for admission to legal practice in Australia (subject to Practical Legal Training). The psychology component aligns with APAC-accredited study pathways for further psychology training.
Reputation:
The University of Newcastle is recognised for strong teaching quality, student experience, and graduate outcomes, with psychology and law programs consistently aligned with professional and industry standards.
If you’re looking to understand both people and the law in a deeply practical way, the Bachelor of Psychological Science / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at the University of Newcastle is designed to immerse you in real-world experiences from day one. You’ll gain hands-on skills in psychology through community clinics, research labs, and biomedical science projects, while also building legal expertise through supervised clinical placements. This combination ensures that by the time you graduate, you’re not just theoretically prepared—you’ve actively practiced the skills that employers and communities value most. The program is structured to give you meaningful, career-ready experiences across both disciplines:
Experiential learning opportunities in this program include:
Practical psychology placements at the University of Newcastle Psychology Community Clinic
Research and laboratory experience in Psychology and Biomedical Science labs, including HMRI Research labs
Supervised clinical legal experience, starting with 105 hours under the guidance of practicing solicitors
Assistance arranging external legal placements to complete the 180 professional training hours required to practice law
This double degree combines a strong foundation in psychological science with advanced legal training, preparing graduates to understand both human behaviour and the legal system. It is particularly valuable in fields where law, justice, mental health, and human decision-making intersect. Graduates are well positioned for careers such as solicitor, policy adviser, human services professional, court support officer, compliance officer, and behavioural consultant: offering meaningful roles across legal, public sector, and community-focused industries.
Future progression and career opportunities are strengthened through the University of Newcastle’s focus on practical learning, student employability, and professional experience:
Employment & Salary Outcomes:
Estimated Median Salary Range:
Graduates from psychology and law pathways typically achieve a median salary of approximately AUD $80,000 – $115,000, with strong long-term growth opportunities in legal practice, government leadership, clinical psychology pathways (postgraduate), and specialist justice or behavioural roles.
Further Academic Progression:
After graduation, students can undertake Practical Legal Training (PLT) to qualify for admission as a solicitor in Australia. For psychology-focused pathways, graduates may progress into an Honours year followed by postgraduate qualifications such as a Master of Psychology or doctoral study depending on registration goals. Additional options include a Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Criminology, Master of Public Policy, or research higher degrees in law, psychology, criminology, or behavioural science, leading to advanced professional, academic, and leadership careers.
The minimum English language requirements are an IELTS score of 7.0 or a TOEFL score of 94, ensuring eligibility for admission.The minimum requirement is an IB score of 33, which meets the eligibility criteria for admission.The minimum requirement is A-Level grades of BCC, which corresponds to a total point score of 10 (B = 4, C = 3, C = 3) based on the grading scale (A* = 6, A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1).The minimum requirement is an ATAR score of 85, which meets the eligibility criteria for admission.The minimum requirement for domestic students is an ATAR score of 87, which meets the eligibility criteria for admission.India : Indian boards (including CBSE & State board) accepted with a minimum average of 85% (87% for CISCE/ISC), calculated using English plus the best required externally examined subjects, depending on the state board.US : The minimum requirements are an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 25 for eligibility.China : For the China (People’s Republic) National Entrance Examination (Gaokao), a minimum total score of 503 out of 750 is required, with scores from Shanghai and Hainan converted to the 750 scale.Clinical PsychologistCounseling PsychologistEducational PsychologistIndustrial-Organizational PsychologistSchool PsychologistNeuropsychologistForensic PsychologistHealth PsychologistSports PsychologistRehabilitation CounselorBehavioral TherapistResearch PsychologistHuman Resources SpecialistMental Health CounselorSocial Worker
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