Course Overview

About This Course

This program is designed for high achieving law students in the Bachelor of Business/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. Special emphasis is placed on the development of skills in advocacy, negotiation, legal drafting and legal research.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Parramatta South Campus, Western Sydney University, Parramatta NSW

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Entry requirements are not explicitly detailed on this page. Please refer to the Western Sydney University handbook or contact the university directly for specific academic entry requirements.
The program is designed for high achieving law students in the Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws program who wish to undertake an extended level of study and research in Law.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Depending on the Business major selected, employment possibilities are available in areas including accounting, taxation, economics, banking and finance, industrial relations, management, government, policy and governance, marketing and property. Graduates may pursue further specialised study. Finance specialists work in a range of roles within the rapidly growing finance sector. Property specialists work for institutional investors with multi-billion dollar commercial property portfolios, major property companies, valuation firms and leading property advisory companies, both in Australia and overseas. An Economics major opens up a very large range of career prospects in general business, finance and the public sector.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB NSW)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this program and the standard Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws?

This program is specifically designed for high achieving law students in the Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws program who wish to undertake an extended level of study and research in Law, resulting in an Honours designation upon graduation.

Does this degree allow me 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.

What Business majors can I choose from in this combined degree?

You can choose from the following majors: Accounting, Applied Finance, Economics, and Property. Each major leads to different career pathways, and some are professionally accredited — for example, the Accounting major is accredited with CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), while the Property major is accredited by the Australian Property Institute (API).

At which campuses is this program offered?

The Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is offered at Parramatta South and Campbelltown campuses of Western Sydney University. Students also gain practical skills in moot court at both of these campuses.

What practical skills and experiences will I gain during this program?

Students will develop skills in legal advocacy, negotiation, legal drafting, and legal research. They will also have the opportunity to extend their professional and learning experiences through work integrated learning, clinical placement, and international exchange engagements, as well as engage with legal technology.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $120,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $120,000 to $175,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Lawyer / Graduate SolicitorSolicitorBarristerIn-House Counsel / Corporate CounselGeneral Counsel

Key Skills

Legal research and case analysisStatutory interpretation and legal reasoningWritten and oral advocacyContract drafting and document preparationCritical thinking and problem-solving

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