Course Overview

About This Course

This program is designed for high achieving law students in the Bachelor of Accounting / Bachelor of Laws program who wish to undertake an extended level of study and research in Law. The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) 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. The program provides students with a broad progressive legal education with a strong practical orientation to the law. Students develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, research, communication, collaboration, self-management, and ethical and professional awareness and judgement. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills in legal advocacy, negotiation, and legal technology and extend their professional and learning experiences through work integrated learning, clinical placement and international exchange engagements. This program offers up to four accreditations in accounting from CPA Australia, Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) depending on the subjects you study.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Parramatta South Campus, Western Sydney University, Parramatta NSWCampbelltown Campus, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown NSWCampbelltownParramatta

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Completion of at least 160 credit points of law study (or 140 credit points if two Summer subjects are undertaken)
Demonstration of the likelihood of graduating with an Honours Weighted Average Mark (HWAM) of at least 70 at the time of graduation; or an Admission Average Mark (AAM) of at least 70 at the time of admission to the Honours program
Demonstration of satisfactory academic writing skills
Availability of a principal supervisor
Students enrolling in LAWS 4017 Access to Justice Clinic, LAWS 3074 Judicial Internship, LAWS 3077 Legal Internship, LAWS 4012 First Nations Peoples' Access to Justice Clinic, LAWS 3080 Street Law Clinic, or JUST 3011 Issues in the Criminal Justice System may need to have a National Police Certificate and consent or prohibited employment declarations as they may be conducting their placement in circumstances where they work with minors
The following subjects require a visa for the relevant country and the ability to travel at specified time: LAWS 3024 Foundations of Chinese Law, LAWS 3025 Law, Culture and Entrepreneurial Innovation in India, LAWS 3078 Legal, Economic and Social Transformation in Taiwan

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Possible careers include: Auditing, Taxation, Insolvency, Treasury, Financial Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Courts and Law Firms.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

CPA / CA ANZ / IPA

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units9 units

LAWS 4017

Access to Justice Clinic

Clinical placement subject; may require National Police Certificate and consent/prohibited employment declarations.

LAWS 3074

Judicial Internship

Internship subject; may require National Police Certificate and consent/prohibited employment declarations.

LAWS 3077

Legal Internship

Internship subject; may require National Police Certificate and consent/prohibited employment declarations.

LAWS 4012

First Nations Peoples' Access to Justice Clinic

Clinical placement subject; may require National Police Certificate and consent/prohibited employment declarations.

LAWS 3080

Street Law Clinic

Clinical placement subject; may require National Police Certificate and consent/prohibited employment declarations.

JUST 3011

Issues in the Criminal Justice System

Corrective services field trip requirement; also requires records and identity check.

LAWS 3024

Foundations of Chinese Law

Requires a visa for China and the ability to travel at specified time.

LAWS 3025

Law, Culture and Entrepreneurial Innovation in India

Requires a visa for India and the ability to travel at specified time.

LAWS 3078

Legal, Economic and Social Transformation in Taiwan

Requires a visa for Taiwan and the ability to travel at specified time.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the admission criteria for the Bachelor of Accounting / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)?

This program is designed for students already in the Bachelor of Accounting/Bachelor of Laws program who wish to undertake an Honours program. To be admitted, students must complete at least 160 credit points of law study (or 140 credit points if two Summer subjects are undertaken), demonstrate the likelihood of graduating with an Honours Weighted Average Mark (HWAM) of at least 70, or an Admission Average Mark (AAM) of at least 70 at the time of admission, demonstrate satisfactory academic writing skills, and have availability of a principal supervisor.

What professional accreditations does this program offer?

This program offers up to four accreditations in accounting from CPA Australia, Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), depending on the subjects you study.

What campuses is this program available at and how long does it take to complete?

The Bachelor of Accounting / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is available at Parramatta South and Campbelltown campuses. It takes 5 years to complete on a full-time basis and is also available part time (though the part-time option is not available to International Students on a Student Visa).

What career opportunities are available to graduates of this program?

Graduates can pursue a broad range of careers in different sectors and industries, including Auditing, Taxation, Insolvency, Treasury, Financial Accounting, Forensic Accounting, and roles in Courts and Law Firms.

Does the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) qualify graduates to practise as a lawyer in Australia?

Yes, the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program satisfies the academic degree requirements for admission to practice as an Australian lawyer.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantAssistant AccountantFinancial AnalystTax AccountantAuditor

Key Skills

Financial statement preparation and analysisManagement accounting and cost analysisCorporate and personal taxation under Australian lawAuditing and assurance proceduresFinancial modelling and forecasting

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