Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

Bachelor Honours Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

at Australian Catholic University · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

090706J

CRICOS provider code

00004G

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$184,000 total

Per year

A$36,800/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at Australian Catholic University is a comprehensive programme that combines rigorous legal education with a broad understanding of the humanities. Over the span of five years, students will engage in a variety of units that cover key legal principles, the justice system, and essential skills in critical thinking, communication, and analysis. This dual degree is structured in a way that allows students to explore both their legal and artistic interests, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.

The course is offered in a semester format, allowing students to complete various units of study each semester, earning credit points towards their degree. As part of the programme, students will also undertake a capstone project or a research thesis which will enable them to apply their learned knowledge to real-world issues and gain valuable research experience. Additionally, work-integrated learning opportunities or professional placements are integrated into the curriculum, providing valuable hands-on experience within the legal field.

The skills gained throughout this programme include advanced legal research and writing, advocacy, negotiation, and critical evaluation of legal concepts. The combination of law and arts makes this course particularly suitable for those who wish to specialise in areas that intersect both fields, such as human rights, social justice, or policy making. This degree is ideal for students passionate about using their legal knowledge to effect change within society.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.