Accounting and Laws University of New England

Overview

Accounting and law have more in common than you may think – both centre on critical thinking, problem-solving and the application of principles to the task at hand. UNE’s combined Accounting and Laws course at University of New England is a dual qualification that expands your career options, granting you access to fulfilling roles in two fundamental sectors as well as many other business areas where your broad knowledge and skillsets will be in high demand.

What makes this course different?

• Develop and hone exceptional research, critical thinking and enquiry skills. Studying accounting and law gives you experience in both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Tailor your law studies to suit your special interest area/s with our wide range of listed units. Create a broad knowledge base or hone in on areas such as on commercial law, criminal law, environment and resources law, international law, medico-legal law, or social justice.
• Learn from the best: with world-class expertise in academia and legal practice, UNE’s School of Law is Australia’s largest outside of capital cities.
• Study in a flexible environment. At UNE you can complete your degree full-time or part-time, online or on campus.

• Create valuable networks with teaching staff, peers and professionals that will serve you well throughout the entirety of your dynamic career.

Career outcomes

 Career opportunities include: 

• professional accountant 
• tax practitioner 
• auditor 
• data analyst in a financial institution 
• entrepreneur or small business owner  
• agribusiness manager or consultant 
• financial or budget analyst in a commercial enterprise.