Course Overview

About This Course

Take your legal career to the world stage when you choose a double degree in international studies and law. This combination offers a wide range of opportunities both at home and abroad, from international law, diplomacy, politics, or business. When you study International Studies, you will analyse national and global issues, learn about the forces shaping the modern world and the theories that underpin our understanding of important global issues. Students are encouraged to undertake study abroad to further expand their skills. 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. 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

Assumed Knowledge: UOW assumes students will have studied any two units of English.
Recommended Studies: Ideally, students will have studied English Advanced.
Minimum Selection Rank of 90 (ATAR or IB Combined Rank plus any eligible adjustments) for guaranteed entry.
International Baccalaureate Admissions Score (IBAS): 35.25.
Other accepted high-school qualifications include: GCE A-Levels, New Zealand NCEA Level 3, and overseas senior secondary qualifications comparable to Australian qualifications.
Higher Education Study: At least one year of full-time study (or part-time equivalent) at a Bachelor's degree level or higher for assessment based on university results.
Students may be admitted via Early Admission (applications typically June–August each year).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants may apply through 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, with official English translations for non-English documents.
English Language Proficiency: If English is not your first language, you must meet the University's English Language Requirements. Accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge, and OET.
Compulsory Work-Based Placement: Law students must complete a Legal Internship subject (LLB3397) — a 4-week practical placement totalling 140 hours (35 hours per week).

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

Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB NSW)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

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 skills in 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

Is the Bachelor of Laws at UOW accredited 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.

What is the minimum ATAR or Selection Rank required to enter 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. The International Baccalaureate Admissions Score (IBAS) equivalent is 35.25.

Is there a compulsory work placement as part of this degree?

Yes. Law students must complete a Legal Internship subject (LLB3397), which involves a practical placement of 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 enable them to develop skills in legal research, communication, drafting, practice management, and problem solving, as well as to observe and reflect upon the values, ethical standards, and conduct of the legal profession.

How long does it take to complete the Bachelor of International Studies – Bachelor of Laws?

The double degree takes 5 years to complete on a full-time basis, or the part-time equivalent. UOW notes that a double degree provides a world-class qualification in less time and at less cost than studying the two degrees separately.

What application deadlines apply for Autumn 2026 entry into this course?

For Autumn Session 2026, the application deadlines are: UAC Early Bird — 30 September 2025; International students — 9 December 2025; Direct domestic applications — 31 December 2025; UAC final round — 29 January 2026. The session starts on 2 March 2026, with a census date of 31 March 2026.

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