The Bachelor of Psychological Science / Bachelor of Laws is a 5 year program (full-time) and provides an opportunity to obtain two degrees that would be of interest to students wishing to study both psychology and law. The Law courses satisfy the requirements for the award of the professional LLB e Psychological Science program allows students to complete an accredited Psychology degree with the option to apply for an additional Honours Year in Psychology through 4518 Psychological Science (Honours). Learning Outcomes Psychological Science Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in the core topics of psychology. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to evaluate and apply research methods in psychology. Develop and apply critical thinking skills that use logic, evidence and psychological science in understanding human behaviour and mental processes. Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate values and ethics in psychology. Develop effective communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Apply knowledge and skills of psychology in a manner that is reflective, culturally appropriate and sensitive to the diversity of individuals. Law Interpret and analyse statutes, for example: Navigating and applying statutory enactments in accordance with contemporary modes of statutory interpretation; Applying knowledge of the difference between interpretation of statutes and constitutions; Applying knowledge and ability to use extrinsic materials in the interpretation of statutes; Developing a coherent body of knowledge and skills about the rules of statutory interpretation; The application of statutory interpretation techniques in the context of problem-solving to generate appropriate analytical responses to statutory issues; Analysing the relationship between statutory interpretation and human rights instruments in different jurisdictions. Demonstrate and adopt professional and ethical dispositions and values, for example: Professional disposition and values; Developing ability to exercise professional judgment; Ability to reflect on professional responsibilities of lawyers in promoting justice; Understanding the law's role in serving society; Understanding the value of community engagement; Ethical practice; Understanding of ethical approaches to decision-making; Developing ability to respond to ethical issues arising in legal practice; Working sensitively with clients from diverse backgrounds and with a range of needs; Understanding prosecutors' and advocates' obligations both to the court and to the client, and judicial obligations to ensure a fair trial. Conduct legal research and writing, for example: Professional research skills; Academic research skills; Concise writing; Extended writing (research assessment tasks with a word length of 3,000 words or more); Professional writing. Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills, for example: Collaboration skills; Ability to work as a member of a team; Respect for diversity; Dispute resolution; Understanding of formal legal rules; Appreciation of alternative and non-adversarial philosophies and practices; Understanding of lawyers' roles in disputes; Understanding of power dynamics. Engage in legal reasoning, for example: Case analysis; Problem-solving skills; Identifying and articulating legal issues; Applying legal reasoning and research to generate appropriate responses to legal issues; Engaging in critical analysis and making a reasoned choice amongst alternatives; Thinking creatively in approaching legal issues and generating appropriate responses.