Bachelor of Psychological Science, Bachelor of Laws

About the course

This double degree explores how psychology and law intersect, with a focus on understanding criminal behaviour, victims’ perspectives and decision-making within legal processes. You’ll build core legal knowledge alongside psychological theory, and can take an optional professional placement to develop networks and workplace insight. The course meets academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Australia and supports pathways to postgraduate psychology training in law and psychology.

Career outcome

Graduates are equipped for professional entry roles in Law and further postgraduate study. Graduates pursue roles in legal practice, corporate counsel, compliance, and public sector law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, paralegal, compliance, and public sector legal support roles.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)