Overview

You will graduate from the Bachelor of Science - Laws with knowledge and skills to apply to a wide range of professions, benefitting from University of New England's regional, rural and remote expertise in both fields to ensure you are ready to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Why study the Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws with UNE?

UNE has a long tradition of delivering innovative education in both science and law.

We are home to Australia’s largest law school outside a capital city, and our research in many fields of science and law is world class. Our researchers are internationally renowned and our collaborations with industry and government produce research of national and international significance.

Our students come from diverse backgrounds, and go on to become active contributors in law, industry, education, government and research. We focus on more than just theory, giving you significant research challenges and real-world case study experiences, where you will also benefit from our specialist understanding of regional, rural and remote issues.

The Bachelor of Science component in this double degree is designed to provide you with the skills and techniques necessary for solving problems associated with a broad of range of issues in science. The extensive range of majors, which are available in established and emerging, generalist and specialist sciences, are all underpinned by cutting-edge research.

In the Bachelor of Laws, you will develop your knowledge in how to write for, research, argue and apply the law in a broad range of law-related occupations. You will also develop the skills to advocate on behalf of others, analyse complex emerging legal issues and conduct your own legal research – practical skills in high demand by a wide range of employers.

Career outcomes

A combination of science and law expertise allows you to easily step into a variety of career pathways and add significant value to your current role. By giving you a breadth of real-world skills, this degree gives you the opportunity to focus on safeguarding your career and choosing the direction you want to take. Career options include working in:

legal aid agencies, advocacy organisations and commercial law firms
government departments
banking, finance and commerce
business management
research and/or laboratory scientist
education
research, policy development and analysis.

Please note, to be admitted to practice as a solicitor, barrister or legal practitioner in Australia, you will need to undertake a course of professional legal training (PLT).

Programme Structure

Majors include:

Applied Physics

Biochemistry/Biotechnology

Biodiversity

Botany

Chemistry

and many more

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-11 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-11-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-06-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-14 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

More details

Even though international students can apply anytime, these dates are recommended to ensure a space.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

57

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

European Law International Law Legal Studies View 54 other Bachelors in International Law in Australia

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

57

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of New England and/or in Australia, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code 016022G

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English and Mathematics.
Recommended studies, depending on degree subjects chosen: Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics.
overseas secondary qualifications or tertiary qualifications deemed equivalent to Australian qualifications;
Australian post-secondary or tertiary qualifications (where the qualification is accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), a completed or incomplete qualification must be AQF level 3 or higher);
relevant professional experience demonstrated to be at sufficient skill level and duration of time that satisfies the University that the applicant possesses the capacity to succeed in their chosen course;

Tuition Fee

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International

33829 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33829 AUD per year during 60 months.
National

13281 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13281 AUD per year during 60 months.

National Commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs for Armidale

1500 - 2100 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Science - Laws.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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