Bachelor of Psychological Science – Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Psychological Science – Bachelor of Laws
The law is centred around people so it makes sense that understanding issues that influence their behaviour is a valuable asset for any lawyer. For those pursuing a career in psychology, having a comprehensive understanding of law not only benefits clients, but opens up a range of career opportunities. Throughout…
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The law is centred around people so it makes sense that understanding issues that influence their behaviour is a valuable asset for any lawyer. For those pursuing a career in psychology, having a comprehensive understanding of law not only benefits clients, but opens up a range of career opportunities.
Throughout the Bachelor of Psychological Science, you will gain comprehensive, foundational knowledge in the processes basic to human psychological functioning. This degree alone will not qualify you to be a practicing psychologist, rather it is the first stage of qualification required.
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. Completion of four years in Psychology is an important step for registration as a psychologist in Australia. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited as the first three years of study. To complete the four years, students must complete an Honours year to meet the academic requirements for eligibility for provisional registration as a psychologist. An additional two years of education and training is necessary to apply for general registration. This can be through a fifth year at University plus one year of supervised practice in the community or an approved postgraduate degree accredited at the fifth and sixth year level. You can find more information on general registration pathways on the Psychology Board of Australia website.
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.
