Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws

Western Sydney University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00917K

This double degree offers students the opportunity to tailor their studies to specific goals by combining our accredited Bachelor of Laws degree with Arts for advanced academic knowledge and practical, real-life training. The Bachelor of Arts is designed to develop attributes increasingly demanded by employers including communication and personal skills, creativity, adaptability to new situations, and problem-solving skills. The Bachelor of Laws program satisfies the academic degree requirements for admission to practice as an Australian lawyer. Students will engage in collaborative face-to-face problem and case-based learning, will be supported by online learning materials, and will participate in authentic assessment to develop knowledge and skills.

Structure

400 credit points. Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws students are required to complete four core units plus one of the eight unit majors and one of the four unit sub-majors or the 12 unit Psychology key program in the Arts degree (16 units) together with the LLB key program (24 units).

Subjects

  • Cultural and social analysis
  • English
  • History and political thought
  • Indigenous Australian studies
  • International relations and Asian studies
  • Islamic studies
  • Languages
  • Law
  • Linguistics
  • Philosophy
  • Psychological studies

Standard entry requirements

  • Year 12 or equivalent
  • Assumed knowledge: any two units of HSC English
  • Recommended studies: HSC English standard or equivalent.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Western Sydney Campbelltown International: $169,800 No
  • Full-time : 5 years
  • Part-time : 10 years
Western Sydney Parramatta South International: $169,800 No
  • Full-time : 5 years
  • Part-time : 10 years

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