CQUniversity
Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4.5F or 9P
Campus
Online
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
July 2027
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology) at CQUniversity in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Psychology graduates pursue professional training as clinical, educational, forensic or occupational psychologists (requiring a further postgraduate qualification), or enter careers in HR, UX research, market research, mental health support and social care.
Student life (indicative)
Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
22,033
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
25.0%
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
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City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- English, Literature, English and Literature Extension or English as an Additional Language (Units 3 and 4, C)
- Completion of Year 12 or attained age 17 years | For additional information about the admissions criteria for CQUniversity and this course, refer to CQUniversity's website. | Students will be able to undertake, at their option, an overseas or domestic practicum placement or engagement with a complex work simulation. For full course requirements, visit Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science (Psychology) .
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
22,033
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
25%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Psychology graduates pursue professional training as clinical, educational, forensic or occupational psychologists (requiring a further postgraduate qualification), or enter careers in HR, UX research, market research, mental health support and social care.
- Psychology graduates pursue professional training as clinical, educational, forensic or occupational psychologists (requiring a further postgraduate qualification), or enter careers in HR, UX research, market research, mental health support and social care.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Online carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, Online carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.