University of New South Wales

Course Details

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons) / Bachelor of Laws

Course Description

This dual degree is designed for talented students with an ability and a keen interest in both scientific research and law. You will develop your critical and analytical skills in your law studies and can gain real world perspective by undertaking an internship and practical legal experience in our community legal centre. This applied learning will be complemented by hands on learning and a strong research focus in your Advanced Science degree where you’ll be able to tailor the program to your aptitude and interest. In the last year of your Science degree you will complete an honours year.

Course Duration

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6year

Career outcomes

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. This degree prepares graduates for legal practice as a solicitor or barrister, in-house legal counsel, or to work in research, technology, science, mathematics, education, public policy. There are additional opportunities to become a patent attorney. This degree prepares graduates for legal practice as a solicitor or barrister, in-house legal counsel, or work in research, technology, science, mathematics, education, public policy. There are additional opportunities to become a patent attorney.

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons) / Bachelor of Laws University of New South Wales