Course Overview

About This Course

Discover how law operates in a technical context. Build practical problem-solving skills in computer science and high-level analytical, research and communication skills of law. Whether you're looking for a career as a lawyer in the technology field or a leadership position as a computer scientist, this double degree opens up a world of opportunities. Throughout the Bachelor of Computer Science, you will study the theoretical foundations of computer science and IT, with the opportunity to specialise in a major. In your final year you will develop your own application as part of a team project developing solutions to real-world problems provided by our industry partners. The Bachelor of Laws equips you with a comprehensive legal education. This world-class degree provides you with a thorough grounding in the law, the social and ethical context in which law operates, while equipping you with essential practical skills including an internship and integrated skills program. For students who do not wish to specialise with a major, you will complete advanced subjects providing you with specific knowledge, while instilling you with professional knowledge and skills in computer science. A double degree at UOW provides a world-class qualification in less time and at less cost than studying the two degrees separately. Having a double degree will give you a competitive advantage in a crowded job market.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Selection Rank (ATAR or IB Combined Rank plus adjustments) of 90 for guaranteed entry
Assumed knowledge: any two units of English and Mathematics Advanced
Recommended studies: English Advanced and Mathematics Extension 1
Recent secondary education: ATAR, International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS), GCE A-Levels, New Zealand NCEA Level 3, or comparable overseas senior secondary qualifications
Higher Education Study: at least one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a Bachelor's degree level or higher; grades converted to a selection rank
Work and life experience: admission primarily based on academic qualifications; work or life experience generally not considered
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants: may apply via UOW's Woolyungah Indigenous Centre's Indigenous Admissions Program (IAP)
Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications: must provide academic records; course must be at least one-sixth complete; non-English documents must include an official English translation
English language proficiency: must meet UOW's English Language Requirements if English is not your first language; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET
Compulsory work-based placement: Law students must complete Legal Internship subject (LLB3397) — a 4-week practical placement totalling 140 hours

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Barrister, Commercial Lawyer, Criminal Defence Lawyer, Diplomat, Government Policy Advisor, In-House Legal Adviser, Intellectual Property Lawyer, Legal Consultant, Magistrate, Media Lawyer, Politician, Prosecutor, Research Officer, Solicitor in Private Practice or Community Legal Centre

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Computer Society (ACS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ACS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units1 units

LLB3397

Legal Internship

A practical placement completed over 4 weeks (totalling 140 hours, at 35 hours per week), designed to expose students to the application of the law in practice; enable students to understand the importance of developing the skills of legal research, communication, drafting, practice management, and problem solving; and enable students to observe and reflect upon the values, ethical standards, and conduct of the legal profession in practice.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors can I specialise in during the Bachelor of Computer Science component of this double degree?

You can specialise in one of the following majors: Artificial Intelligence and Big Data (available at Liverpool and Wollongong campuses), Cyber Security (Wollongong), Digital Systems Security (Wollongong), Game and Mobile Development (Wollongong), or Software Engineering (Wollongong). Students who do not wish to specialise with a major will complete advanced subjects providing specific knowledge and professional skills in computer science.

Is the Bachelor of Laws at UOW recognised for admission as a lawyer in Australia?

Yes. The Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board. By completing your law degree at UOW, you are completing an academic qualification that is recognised for admission as a lawyer in Australia, subject to completing state-approved Practical Legal Training (PLT). Further details for NSW admissions can be found at the Legal Profession Admission Board website.

Is there a compulsory work placement in this double degree?

Yes. Law students must complete the Legal Internship subject (LLB3397), which is a practical placement completed over 4 weeks totalling 140 hours (at 35 hours per week). It is designed to expose students to the application of the law in practice and to develop skills in legal research, communication, drafting, practice management, and problem solving, as well as to observe the values, ethical standards, and conduct of the legal profession in practice.

What is the minimum Selection Rank required for entry into this course?

The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if this course has limited places) is a Selection Rank of 90. Your Selection Rank is your ATAR or IB Combined Rank plus any adjustments you are eligible to receive. Adjustments may be based on factors such as the subjects you are studying, the location of your school, or your eligibility for equity and access schemes.

Is this double degree accredited by any professional bodies?

Yes. The Bachelor of Computer Science – Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Australian Computer Society, and the Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board, making the law qualification recognised for admission as a lawyer in Australia (subject to completing state-approved Practical Legal Training).

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