This double degree combines the fundamentals of the legal system and social research, with applied social science skills. You will develop an understanding of how we make sense of the world, the questions we ask about it, and be challenged to think about not only why we ask these questions, but also what we can and should do with the answers we find. Within the degree there is a strong emphasis on social research design, methods, practice and application across a range of data analysis techniques and technologies. This emphasis provides you with a flexible set of vocational skills and capabilities offering an understanding of issues in culturally diverse social environments in both local and global contexts. You will be prepared for a wide variety of research and policy-related careers in both the private and public sectors. This double degree combines social research skills and policy skills with an in-depth understanding of legal principles such as constitutional law, contract law, family law and international law. You will also look at areas of contemporary concern such as consumer law, environmental law, health law and information technology law. Key benefits Choose from 16 majors including Criminology, Development Studies and Culture Change, Political Economy and Social Policy, and Social Justice. The focus of this double degree is vocational, critical and scholarly. We consulted with employers, government, community groups, activist organisations and trade unions to develop the key graduates skills. Macquarie internships offer you a unique chance to gain work experience by applying the skills you acquire through study to the design and conduct of a research project during a placement at one of our partner organisations. Graduates are entitled to admission for professional practice in law in New South Wales, subject to completion of professional training at The College of Law. Successful completion of this degree qualifies you for admission to The College of Law. Bachelor of Social Science with the degree of Bachelor of Laws: Major in Anthropology Major in Criminology Major in Development Studies and Culture Change Major in Gender Studies Major in Human Geography Major in Indigenous Studies Major in International Relations Major in Philosophy Major in Political Economy and Social Policy Major in Politics Major in Psychological Science Major in Public Policy, Law and Governance Major in Social Justice Major in Sociolinguistics Major in Sociology Major in Statistics

Career Opportunities Depending on the major you choose, career options may include: Educational policy maker In-house, public or private practice legal practitioner (barrister or solicitor) International aid worker Journalist Market researcher Program manager and evaluation consultant Resource manager Social policy maker Social welfare adviser