The practical skills you learn in Law include hands-on skills like critical analysis, written and oral communication, legal research, negotiation and advocacy which complement the creative problem-solving skills necessary for success in the field of Engineering. In this double degree combination, you will gain specialised knowledge in a growing global industry and learn how law functions within a social context opening up a range of career opportunities. The engineering and legal industries enjoy an interesting and complex relationship. This degree creates uniquely capable, practical-minded and adaptable graduates with international possibilities. This degree: In the first year of your Law double degree, your Bachelor of Laws subjects must be completed full-time, except where Faculty approval is given on equity grounds. In the following four years of the degree, students enrol in Law subjects and Arts subjects. Refer to the Bachelor of Laws and the Bachelor of Engineering Honours for more information on majors available. We believe that practical experience is a vital part of your legal training. We are the only law school in Australia that requires you to complete a legal internship. This means you get to apply your legal knowledge to real life situations as part of your degree. You can also get credit for relevant Engineering work experience, either in Australia or overseas, by participating in our Professional Options Program. UOW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of its being among the top Australian engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research.

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