Course Overview

About This Course

Bachelor of Arts graduates find employment in diverse areas including communication and media industries, education, psychology and counselling, cultural, political and social policy analysis, and writing and publishing. The Bachelor of Arts is designed to provide knowledge and generic skills that form the basis for lifelong learning. The Bachelor of Laws 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 also 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. Western’s law programs are a unique alternative to more traditional law schools, with community law activities that give you real world experience. The School of Law operates the Western Sydney University Justice Clinic, providing a much-needed service, while giving students a unique clinical legal learning opportunity. Our lecturers will challenge, stretch and inspire you, and our connection with prominent, respected professional networks will set you up for career success. This program is designed for high-achieving law students in the Bachelor of Arts/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 practise as an Australian lawyer. Combining theory and practice, you will engage in collaborative face-to-face problem and case-based learning and participate in authentic assessments supported by online learning materials.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)

Duration

Full Time: 5 Years (Available Part Time)*

Intakes

Autumn 2027 (starts 01 March 2027)

Study Mode

Full Time / Part Time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Tertiary Education: 1. Achievement of a threshold admission average mark (AAM) of at least 70; and 2. Submission of Research Proposal; and 3. Availability and appointment of a principal supervisor by the Dean of the School; and 4. Students must have successfully passed 160 Law subject credit points at the time of applying for the honours program. Students are encouraged to consult with the School Honours Coordinator to assess their eligibility for admission and seek advice if they do not meet the pre-requisites.

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. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

Courts and legal advice
Communication and media industries
Education
Psychology and counselling
Cultural, political and social policy analysis
Writing and Publishing
Legal Practitioner

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB NSW)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units146 units

0018

International English, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0009

English, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0330

Childhood Studies, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0309

Indonesian (Cross-Inst USYD), Major

Major — 80 credit points

0015

Indigenous Australian Studies, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0028

Philosophy, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0008

Economy and Markets, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0017

Innovation and Change, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0004

Chinese, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0264

Culture and Society, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0019

International Relations and Asian Studies, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0029

Psychological Studies, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0022

Linguistics, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0011

Global Business, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0025

Musicology, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0005

Creative Writing, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0030

Sociology, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0020

Islamic Studies, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0013

History and Political Thought, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0027

Peace and Development Studies, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0003

Arabic, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0026

Organisations and Work, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0021

Japanese, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0010

Geography and Urban Studies, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0002

Anthropology, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0006

Criminology and Criminal Justice, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0380

Drama, Major

Major — 80 credit points

0023

Music Performance, Major

Major — 80 credit points

LAWS1009

Legal Analysis and Critique

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS3045

Law of Associations

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS4016

Legal Research and Methodology

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS3018

Equity & Trusts

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS3081

Administrative Law

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS2001

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS2013

Torts Law

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS1003

Fundamentals of Australian Law

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS4011

Law Honours Dissertation

Core - Law Subjects — 20 credit points

LAWS2015

Professional Responsibility and Legal Ethics

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS2003

Contracts

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS4013

Civil Procedure and Arbitration

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS2008

Government and Public Law

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS4014

Remedies

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS3082

Property Law

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS4015

Constitutional Law

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS4004

Criminal Procedure and Evidence

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS2004

Criminal Law

Core - Law Subjects — 10 credit points

LAWS3083

Gender and the Law