Laws and Psychology - L3014

Are you intrigued by the complexities of the Australian legal system and the puzzles of human behaviour? Monash’s double degree in Law and Psychology prepares you for a meaningful career where you can change lives.

The Monash Bachelor of Laws (Honours) satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practise as an Australian lawyer.

The Monash Bachelor of Psychology provides a deep understanding of the human mind and covers the core sequence of units that are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).

This course leads to the award of two separate degrees

  • the Bachelor of Laws (Honours), and
  • the Bachelor of Psychology.

You gain the benefits of each degree and will be fully equipped to pursue a career in either field separately or combine them in your chosen work.

In the Monash LLB (Hons), you’ll learn legal methodology and legal practice, public law (the powers, rights and responsibilities of the government and its citizens) and private law (the relationships and interactions between individuals and businesses).

As you progress, you’ll customise your experience with specialist law electives and advanced skills by choosing from a broad range of law electives, including opportunities to study overseas, participate in mooting competitions, undertake work-based learning, or a final year project involving intensive research and writing on a topic of interest to you.

The Bachelor of Psychology is designed for those who wish to understand the complexities of human behaviour and the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to individual group and community processes. You will learn about how psychological, social, and personality factors influence thinking and behaviour and how interventions can be applied to help people lead more satisfying and meaningful lives.

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At a glance

Subject prerequisites
English Maths Sciences / Other
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Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Clayton: Full time & part time
Duration
5 years (full time) This course is equivalent to 5.25 years of full-time study and may be accelerated to complete in five years. This will require a one unit overload in each of two semesters. 10 years (part time)
Start date
First Semester (February)
Course Handbook

With a double degree in Law and Psychology, you’ll understand the law and the people it impacts. Equip yourself for a rewarding career and embark on a journey that will challenge, inspire, and prepare you to make a real difference in the world.

Career outcomes for a double degree in law and psychology

A non-legal career where combining law and psychology is an advantage might include being a business consultant, community development officer, policy analyst, human resource manager, people and talent manager, victim support officer, social research officer, or academic.

Legal careers with a psychological edge include being a criminal lawyer, employment lawyer, family lawyer, or sports lawyer. You could also pursue a career in justice or the courts, in legal community centres or providing in-house legal counsel to organisations and governments.

Note: No law degree enables you to practise law immediately. You must complete further training Practical Legal Training (PLT) or supervised legal training, be admitted by the Supreme Court of Victoria and obtain a practising certificate.

With further study in psychology you could also progress to a career in forensic psychology.

Progression to further study

Successful completion of this course may also provide a pathway to a Master of Laws (L6004) or a Graduate Research Degree in Law.

Successful completion of this course may also provide a pathway to the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (M3708), the Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced or the Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology (D5002)

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Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

There are many ways to be considered for entry to a Monash University degree depending on your educational background and history. The below options reflect the academic requirements for the different applicant categories (or the highest level of education previously completed) to be considered for this Monash course. All applicants must satisfy equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites or equivalent tertiary units including the English language requirements.

Qualifications

Equivalent Australian Year 12

Alternative qualifications and prerequisites

For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Apply through VTAC

Please note there is no mid year intake for external applicants for 2026.

Current Monash students

You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.

Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

The average annual student contribution amount for 2026 is:

A$17,399

Note: see information on how fees are calculated.

Fee assistance

As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:

Full fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:

A$50,200

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other fees

The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.