{ "availability": true, "data": { "awardTitle": "Bachelor of Laws (Honours)\/Bachelor of Psychological Science", "advertisedTitle": "Bachelor of Laws (Honours)\/Bachelor of Psychological Science", "totalCreditPoints": 600, "offerYear": 2026, "studentType": "International", "locationDisplayName": "Melbourne", "deliveryModeCode": "MM", "deliveryModeDescription": "Multi-Modal", "cricosCourseCode": "106403M", "isFlexibleLocation": false, "majors": [], "specialisations": [], "virtualRollover": { "enabled": false, "instance": false, "indicativeFees": false, "startDates": false }, "relatedCourses": { "nestedCourses": null }, "startDates": "Semester 1 (March 2026), Semester 2 (July 2026)", "duration": "5 years full-time", "prerequisite": "", "courseDescription": "<p>In La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)\/Bachelor of Psychological Science, you'll build an adaptable skillset that combines skills-based legal training with expertise in psychological science, preparing you for a rewarding career.<\/p><p>As you study law, you can tailor your degree to your personal career aspirations with a wide range of elective subjects and opportunities for hands-on professional experience. We combine outstanding legal training with a progressive approach that prepares you for employment. You'll build legal expertise in key areas of law and develop skills that are highly valued by all employers, like advocacy, negotiation, and dispute resolution.<\/p><p>In your accredited psychological science degree, you'll enjoy the full benefits of having access to academics who are experts in their fields. Explore the environmental factors that affect our mental health and understand how community members cope with mental and physical disorders. Thanks to our electives and specialised minors, you'll be able to further ensure your study meets your specific career goals.<\/p><p>With access to real-world placement opportunities in both law and psychology, you'll also have opportunities put your knowledge into practice \u2013 whether it's working at a community legal centre, law firms and government agencies, or undertaking a psychology-related field placement.<\/p><p>You&#39;ll learn:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Evidence and criminal procedure<\/strong><ul><li>Build your understanding of the criminal legal system and procedure. Learn how to apply criminal law to real-world scenarios and provide legal advice.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Private and public law<\/strong><ul><li>Learn how to apply the legal principles underpinning contract law, develop the skills to specialise as a corporate legal expert and discover how government power is distributed, exercised and controlled.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Clinical, health, developmental and social psychology<\/strong><ul><li>Understand how to help people cope with mental and physical disorders and investigate how environmental factors contribute to our psychological makeup.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Psychological assessment, intervention and research<\/strong><ul><li>Become familiar with methods used to understand and measure people's psychological state, and learn when and how to intervene or conduct research.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"footnote\">The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 \u2013 Bachelor Degree Honours.<\/p>", "entryReq": { "rse": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "admCriAtarStmt": "", "prerequisite": "<p><span>Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.<\/span><\/p>", "admCriInAddToAtar": "", "selRankAdj": "", "otherAdmOpts": "" }, "higherEd": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "vet": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "wle": { "isEligible": true, "ineligibleMsg": "", "prerequisite": "", "admCri": "" }, "prerequisite": "", "academicEntReq": "", "essentialRequirementsInherent": "", "engReq": "<p><span>6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.<\/span><\/p>", "hasEngReqAlt": true }, "vtacCodes": null, "courseStructure": "<section id=\"course-structure\" class=\"sublayout-1\"><div class=\"ds-block\"> <p><b>To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Laws (Honours)\/Bachelor of Psychological Science, students must complete a total of 600 credit points across 5 years.<\/b><\/p><\/div><div class=\"ds-block ds-block--full-width course-structure-content\"><div class=\"ds-tabs\"><div class=\"ds-tabs-nav ds-block\" role=\"tablist\"><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"true\" aria-controls=\"tab1\" id=\"tab1trigger\" >Year 1<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab2\" id=\"tab2trigger\" >Year 2<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab3\" id=\"tab3trigger\" >Year 3<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab4\" id=\"tab4trigger\" >Year 4<\/button><button class=\"ds-tabs-nav__tab\" role=\"tab\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-controls=\"tab5\" id=\"tab5trigger\" >Year 5<\/button><\/div><div class=\"ds-content-chunk\" data-bg-color=\"lightest\"><div id=\"tab1\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab1trigger\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 1 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>120 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab3\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab3trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 3 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>75 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab4\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab4trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 4 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from Capstone<\/li> <li><b>45 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>45 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab5\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab5trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 5 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from chosen Core choice<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Core choice<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ABS0WOM\" target=\"_blank\">WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION<\/a><\/td> <td> ABS0WOM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY1APP\" target=\"_blank\">APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY1APP<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1DR\" target=\"_blank\">DISPUTE RESOLUTION<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1DR<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY1BAM\" target=\"_blank\">INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY: BRAIN AND MIND<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY1BAM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY1PAC\" target=\"_blank\">INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY: PEOPLE AND CULTURE<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY1PAC<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1LIM\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL INSTITUTIONS AND METHODS<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1LIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1CRL\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF CRIMINAL LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1CRL<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1PPL\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1PPL<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY1SFP\" target=\"_blank\">SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATIONS OF PSYCHOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY1SFP<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY2COG\" target=\"_blank\">COGNITION<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY2COG<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2CTA\" target=\"_blank\">CONTRACT LAW A<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2CTA<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2CTB\" target=\"_blank\">CONTRACT LAW B<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2CTB<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY2DEV\" target=\"_blank\">DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY2DEV<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2CSL\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF CONSTITUTIONAL LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2CSL<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2TOT\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF TORT LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2TOT<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY2PRM\" target=\"_blank\">PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH METHODS<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY2PRM<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY2SOC\" target=\"_blank\">SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY2SOC<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3004\" target=\"_blank\">CIVIL PROCEDURE<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3004<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3002\" target=\"_blank\">FOUNDATIONS OF PROPERTY LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3002<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY3PAS\" target=\"_blank\">PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY3PAS<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3005\" target=\"_blank\">REAL PROPERTY LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3005<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3003\" target=\"_blank\">STATUTORY INTERPRETATION<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3003<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3001\" target=\"_blank\">EVIDENCE AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3001<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4004\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4004<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY3PIN\" target=\"_blank\">PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVENTIONS<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY3PIN<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4002\" target=\"_blank\">COMPANY LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4002<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4003\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF EQUITY AND TRUSTS<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4003<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-7\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-7\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Elective subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-7\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-7\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> A range of standalone elective subjects is available in this course. Some electives are recommended for your course, but you may also be able to choose from a range of University-wide electives or electives from other interest areas or disciplines. Note these electives may have their own prerequisites and other requirements. Please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/LZ002\" target='_blank'>La Trobe University Handbook<\/a> for the subjects available. <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-5\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-5\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core choice subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-5\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-5\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core choice subjects are one or more subject groups you need to select in your course. Core choice subjects may be specific to your course, major, minor, specialisation or other learning requirements. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4INB\" target=\"_blank\">LAW INTERNSHIP B<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4INB<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4001\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL PRACTICE AND CONDUCT<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4001<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4005\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL RESEARCH PROJECT<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4005<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4LPP\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL PRACTICE AND CONDUCT CLINICAL PLACEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4LPP<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-6\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Capstone subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-6\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-6\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY3PHI\" target=\"_blank\">PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH AND ILLNESS<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY3PHI<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/PSY3PRP\" target=\"_blank\">PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH IN PRACTICE<\/a><\/td> <td> PSY3PRP<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Elective placement opportunities (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Work Based Learning (WBL) placement experience, designed to allow you to extend your formal academic learning beyond the classroom. The WBL experience will provide the opportunity to bring your learning from the university into a work environment and test out your knowledge in a professional real-world environment. Some courses include compulsory WBL subjects, however, we also offer a range of elective WBL subjects, both cross-discipline and subject-specific. La Trobe University will source placements for some subjects, while others will require you to source your own placement. If you are required to source your own placement, dedicated staff will guide and support you through the process. Elective WBL subjects generally involve an application process and Subject Coordinator approval. The location and number of hours undertaken can vary considerably depending on the activity and the discipline area. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information. Regional students are eligible to access additional support under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/regional-reward\" rel=\"nofollow\">Regional Reward<\/a> program<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/LZ002\" target='_blank'>Melbourne<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Demonstrate appropriate understanding and competence in the prescribed areas of knowledge required for admission into legal practice in Victoria, Australia, as determined by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board.<\/li><li>Collect, analyse, and evaluate information and ideas and solve problems using a scientific approach.<\/li><li>Demonstrate awareness of cultural differences and show sensitivity to the diversity across people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, when applying knowledge and skills of psychology.<\/li><li>Analyse and critique theory and research in the discipline of psychology and communicate effectively in written and oral formats<\/li><li>Distinguish appropriate values and ethics in psychology.<\/li><li>Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Australian legal systems, institutions and procedures, including fundamental legal principles and concepts in substantive areas of law.<\/li><li>Apply analytical and professional judgement in identifying legal issues, critically evaluating legal doctrine and providing innovative solutions to complex legal problems.<\/li><li>Coherently communicate legal knowledge, research, and analysis using a variety of modes to both legal and non-legal actors<\/li><li>Demonstrate an advanced capacity to work independently, self-manage workload, foster personal and professional development, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.<\/li><li>Critically analyse, synthesise relevant legal sources and conduct research independently using technologies where appropriate.<\/li><li>Demonstrate awareness of and critically reflect on lawyers' professional and ethical responsibilities and the importance of integrity and service in legal analysis and practice.<\/li><li>Demonstrate awareness of and critically reflect on the historical, social, economic and cultural contexts and implications of laws and the role of lawyers in promoting justice and equity.<\/li><li>Acquire, assess, and apply a broad and coherent body of knowledge of psychology, with depth of understanding of underlying principles, theories and concepts.<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours) satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practise law in Victoria. Degrees in law and psychological science prepare you for careers in a wide range of industries, including in legal practice, community and welfare services and policy advice roles.<\/p><p>The unique blend of expertise offered in this double degree means your potential careers include:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Forensic psychologist*<\/strong><ul><li>Apply your psychological and legal knowledge, theory and skills as you research or work in criminal justice systems.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Mediator<\/strong><ul><li>Help community members to reach a resolution to their dispute without pursuing litigation.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Barrister or solicitor<\/strong><ul><li>Advocate for justice as you prepare cases, represent clients in court, assist in creating and reviewing contracts, and provide advice on legal issues.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Workplace relations adviser<\/strong><ul><li>Study and interpret legislation, develop and plan enterprise agreements, and perform other vital roles to support the relationship between employers and their employees.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Policy advisor<\/strong><ul><li>Provide trusted advice as you identify mental health policy needs, review existing legislation, research and analyse policy options and assess the impacts and feasibility of policies.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>* Requires completion of further psychology education.<\/p>", "professionalRecognition": "<div><div><p>The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course includes the subjects required by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board to meet the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria as an Australian lawyer.<\/p><p>Admission to the legal profession by the Supreme Court of Victoria also requires the completion of practical legal training via either a 12-month period of supervised legal training or completion of an approved practical legal training course (for example, at the Leo Cussen Institute or The College of Law). Candidates for admission to practice must also satisfy the Admissions Board that they are a fit and proper person to be admitted to practice.<\/p><p>International students are advised to obtain assurance of recognition of the course by the relevant professional bodies in their preferred country of practice.<\/p><p>International graduates require a relevant visa to complete a practical legal traineeship and a supervised workplace traineeship in Australia. Please contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/home\" rel=\"nofollow\">Australian Department of Home Affairs<\/a> for details.<\/p><\/div><div>Professional registration may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. For further details, including admission to the legal profession and\/or relevant visa requirements, please contact the professional body for details.<\/div><\/div><div> <\/div><div>The Bachelor of Psychological Science is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). Professional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia will require an APAC-accredited fourth year and additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree as well as an application to the professional body. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.<br \/><br \/><\/div><div>Graduates of the Bachelor of Psychological Science may apply for membership with the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Membership may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. 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