Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws
People are a vital part of practicing law. Having a deep understanding of human behaviour offers invaluable depth to your role as a lawyer. Likewise, understanding how the law operates can benefit clients for practicing psychologists. Throughout the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) you will undertake the scientific study of the…
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People are a vital part of practicing law. Having a deep understanding of human behaviour offers invaluable depth to your role as a lawyer. Likewise, understanding how the law operates can benefit clients for practicing psychologists.
Throughout the Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) you will undertake the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behaviour. This degree provides comprehensive, foundational knowledge in the processes basic to human psychological functioning.
The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) is the first stage of qualification required to work as a professional psychologist.
The Bachelor of Laws equips you with a comprehensive legal education. This world-class degree provides you with a thorough grounding in the law, the social and ethical context in which law operates, while equipping you with essential practical skills including an internship and integrated skills program.
A double degree at UOW provides a world-class qualification in less time and at less cost than studying the two degrees separately. Having a double degree will give you a competitive advantage in a crowded job market.
Accreditation & professional recognition: The UOW Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh. Students from India and Bangladesh are encouraged to apply. Graduates can be accredited to practice as a barrister or solicitor upon returning home, subject to the completion of any required bridging course.
Career opportunities: Barrister; Commercial Lawyer; Criminal Defence Lawyer; Diplomat; Environmental Lawyer; Government Lawyer; In-House Legal Adviser; Intellectual Property Lawyer; Legal Consultant; Magistrate; Media Lawyer; Policy Adviser; Politician; Prosecutor; Research Officer; Solicitor in Private Practice or a Community Legal Centre
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading Australian university with an international reputation for academic excellence. It is consistently ranked among the top Australian universities for the quality of its teaching and research. The University offers a wide range of degree programs across all levels of study – undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and research: Engineering and IT, Health Sciences and Medicine; Business and Commerce Applied and Natural Sciences; Arts, Communications and Creative Arts; Law and Education.
