Students graduate not only job ready but industry ready. This accredited degree is ideal for students looking to pursue a career in law but who also have an interest in human behaviour.

For students seeking a career in law, the course equips them with skills for the courtroom and beyond, providing greater scope and options for a rewarding career in the legal, corporate, commercial and social justice fields. Students can add value to their law degree by selecting elective units in specialised areas of law. Students may also participate in the Law Society Peer Mentoring Program, The Innocence Project, The Law Access Program and international mooting competitions to give them real world experience and the competitive edge in the job market. The Bachelor of Psychology focuses on issues of social change, group processes, group management, and cross-cultural psychology.

Potential careers exist in private practice, in-house corporate practice and in-house government; and in personal counselling and related careers. Corporate planning, government policy, politics, journalism, creative writing and many other careers dependent on excellent written and verbal communications skills, logic and analytical ability are also welcome options for graduates.

Possible future job titles

Psychologist, Lawyer, Solicitor, Legal Practitioner, Community Legal Adviser, Legal Publisher, Local Government Officer

Professional Recognition

Accredited by: Legal Practice Board of Western Australia (LPBWA)

Accredited by: Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)