News from Deakin University

New Laws/Psychological Science Double Degree in 2026

Deakin University has just announced that it will be offering the Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Psychological Science from 2026.  

This double degree will be offered at both the Burwood and Geelong Waterfront Campus and has been designed for students to develop legal expertise and psychological insight to understand human behaviour and justice systems.  Over five years, students will develop core legal skills and explore psychological science laying the foundation for careers in law, mental health, policy and advocacy, and providing a pathway to further study should students wish to progress towards registration as a psychologist.The VCE entry requirements are Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English EAL (English as an Additional Language) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.The VTAC code for the Burwood Campus is 1400512291, and for the Waterfront Campus it is 1400412291. 

 As this is a new course no ATAR is available.

Current Year 12’s interested in applying for this new course can add it to their VTAC preferences up until Saturday 13 December 2025 at 12.00pm.