Bachelor of Human Rights/Bachelor of Laws

Human rights is a swiftly growing field of research and practice within law, criminal justice, history, philosophy and politics. This double degree is suited to the committed altruists who want a specialist qualification to prepare them to be the leading human rights advocates of the 21st century.

By studying this degree, you’ll understand the complex causes and impact of crime, and the legal and social policies that keep us safe. The course includes studies in forensic psychology, forensic science, cybercrime, border protection and biosecurity, understanding violence and trauma.

Areas of study

Border protection, criminology, cybercrime, forensic psychology, human rights advocacy history, human services, law, philosophy, politics.

Career opportunities

• NGOs, both domestic and international
• Advocacy: Domestic and International advocacy, humanitarian services, disaster relief, policy development, volunteer co-ordination
• Social Services: human services provision, public health, economic development, policy development
• Policy advising
• Reintegration consulting
• Police (state, territory or federal)
• Immigration and border protection
• Community corrections
• Communications: foreign news reporting/correspondence, investigative journalism, research

Professional recognition

For the Criminology and Criminal Justice component of this double degree you will undertake a 40-hour placement associated with the criminal justice sector. You’ll receive intensive training in workplace approaches, practices and more before starting your placement, followed by a debriefing with a clinical education specialist.

Fees and charges

Visit the ACU website for general information about tuition fees.