Bachelor of Science/Law
UNSW Sydney
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00098G
This dual degree gives you the skills to deal with complex legal issues stemming from new industries and new social expectations as part of a progressive Law degree that is very attractive to future employers. Students are also given the opportunity to use state-of-the-art technology and build extensive knowledge in a scientific field choosing from the various science specialisations offered in the Bachelor of Science.
Structure
- 240 units of credit: Law compulsory courses - 96 UOC
- Law prescribed elective courses - 6UOC
- Law elective courses - 42 UOC
- Science courses - 96 UOC
Subjects
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Bioinformatics
- Biological Science
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Climate Science
- Food Science and Technology
- Genetics
- Geography
- Geology
- Law
- Marine Science
- Materials Science
- Mathematics
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Neuroscience
- Oceanography
- Pathology
- Pharmacology
- Physics
- Physiology
- Psychology
- Statistics
- Vision Science
Standard entry requirements
- Domestic: Year 12 or equivalent + LAT
- International: Year 12 or equivalent
- Assumed knowledge for Science component based on major chosen.
Recognition
The Bachelor of Laws program satisfies the basic academic requirements for admission to practice as a solicitor or barrister. If students wish to become legal practitioners they must also attend a full time practical course lasting 15 weeks at the College of Law and obtain practical experience.
Study pathways
Applications for credit transfer from other Australian universities will be considered after offers have been made.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington | International: $292,500 | No |
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Further information
Your Law dual degree will open up a wide range of career opportunities in myriad fields. The skills you will gain at UNSW Law are highly transferrable. Employers seek out our graduates for their critical thinking and analytical skills. When it comes to your career, there will be any number of options available to you. Employment opportunities exist in legal practice as a solicitor or barrister, in-house counsel, work in research, technology, science, mathematics, education, public policy and opportunities to become a patent attorney.
