Overview

Development, poverty, inequality and environmental sustainability are some of the most important issues in the world today.

Study the causes and consequences of unequal development. Assess policy options for a more equitable and sustainable future. Broaden your understanding with legal expertise.

Pursue a career in the legal field, or make your mark across research, government, NGOs, business, and community organisations with this Bachelor of Development Studies - Bachelor of Laws (Honours) programme from University of Newcastle.

Career Opportunities

Work across international aid organisations, consulting firms and local, state and federal government departments and more.

Not everyone uses their degree in the same way and the transferable skills gained through university study may allow graduates to pursue a range of careers that might not be directly linked to their study.

Professional outcomes:

International Aid/Development

Urban and Regional Planning

Community Development

Environmental Lawyer

Advocacy and Policy Development Work

Research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aboriginal Studies

Macroeconomics in the Global Economy

Environmental Values and Ethics

Global Poverty and Development

Legal System and Method

Torts

Society and Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months
Part-time
- 144 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-09 00:00:00 , International

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International students: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

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Credits

400 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

International Law International Development Legal Studies View 179 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 095146G

There are a number of ways to gain entry to the Bachelor of Development Studies/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) programme at the University of Newcastle. Students may be considered for admission on the basis of:

NSW HSC or equivalent - irrespective of age of qualification;

Completed or partly completed higher education studies;

TAFE qualifications;

Overseas qualifications equivalent to Australian studies (International);

A University approved special admission adjustment scheme:

Educational Access Scheme (EAS); and

Regional and Rural Adjustment Scheme.

A University approved special admission scheme:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Scheme;

Elite Athletes Admission Scheme;

Special Circumstances Admission Scheme; and

Guaranteed Entry Admission Scheme.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36885 AUD / year

≈ 36885 AUD / year

Additional Details

If you have a Commonwealth Supported Place your study is supported by the Government
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Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

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