Overview

Technology is transforming the practice of law, with new developments in cyber security risk management, data breach policy and legal response plans, artificial intelligence, the regulatory considerations of machine learning and privacy management, to name a few.

The intersection of law and computer systems supports industry, commerce and society at large – and this double degree in Bachelor of Computer Science - Laws from University of New England will give you valuable skills in both fields, with an interdisciplinary approach to both your studies and your future employment.

In the Bachelor of Computer Science component, you will work with industry-leading technologies and will have the option to study topics such as web programming, user experience and interaction design, artificial intelligence and machine learning.

The Bachelor of Laws component will develop your legal knowledge and skills across a broad range of legal areas. We also give you research challenges and real-world legal experiences, to support your career development in a wide field of occupations.

World-class teaching staff, a thriving research culture and a unique perspective on regional, rural and remote legal issues will provide you with access to an engaging program of study and specialist skills that employers are looking for.

Career outcomes

The combination of Computer Science and Law gives you the skillset you need to step into a variety of career pathways and add significant value to your role. You career options include working in:

legal aid agencies, advocacy organisations and commercial law firms
government departments
banking, finance and commerce
software development
IT project management
software quality, testing specialist and systems analysation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Discrete Mathematics
Software Development Studio
Object-Oriented Programming
Database Management Systems
Data Structures and Algorithms
Criminal Law

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-13 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-10-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-10 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-24 00:00:00 , National

More details

If you are an international applicant you can apply at any time. We will consider late applications where possible.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

57

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IELTS

6

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Armidale, Australia

Disciplines

Legal Studies Computer Sciences View 179 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

57

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code 016024E

To meet the entry requirements for this course you must have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English and any 2 unit of Mathematics studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility.
Proof of identity and citizenship.
Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

34800 AUD / year

≈ 34800 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

15456 AUD / year

≈ 15456 AUD / year

Additional Details

National Commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs

Armidale

Australia

1500 - 2100 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Duration

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