Bachelor of Arts/Laws and Legal Practice | Flinders Universi

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Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice

at Flinders University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

048577G

CRICOS provider code

00114A

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

5.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$207,000 total

Per year

A$37,636/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice at Flinders University is a combined degree that equips students with a deep foundation in the liberal arts alongside professionally accredited legal training. This integrated programme enables students to explore a wide selection of disciplines within the arts – including history, philosophy, languages, and social sciences – while simultaneously developing advanced legal knowledge and professional skills necessary for legal practice in Australia. Throughout the 5.5-year curriculum, students complete a structured sequence of units of study in both arts and law, accumulating the required credit points to fulfil graduation requirements.

The law component of the degree covers core areas such as contract law, criminal law, constitutional law, and property law, as well as specialised legal practice units essential for admission to practise as a solicitor or barrister in South Australia. The arts component allows for personalised study pathways, fostering analytical, research, and communication skills valued in a wide range of careers. Students can engage in electives, minors, or even a major in their chosen field within the Arts component, cultivating critical thinking and ethical reasoning.

A standout feature of this double degree is the strong emphasis on work-integrated learning and practical legal skills. Students participate in internships, simulated legal environments, and practical legal training that meet professional admission requirements. The structure may involve capstone projects or a professional placement, particularly within the legal practice stream, to enhance readiness for the transition to the workplace.

This programme is well-suited to those seeking a versatile qualification with the rigour to enter legal practice and the broad perspective of the arts. Graduates will develop adaptable skills in negotiation, advocacy, research, and cultural understanding, making them highly employable across legal, public, and private sectors. International students should note the required English proficiency (IELTS 7.0–7.5 for law) and confirm details regarding admission, program structure, and professional outcomes with Flinders University. Students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) on completion.

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.

Career outcomes

Solicitor or barrister in Australia (subject to admission requirements)
Legal advisor in government, corporate or community legal sectors
Policy analyst or adviser in public administration
Advocate or caseworker in not-for-profit and advocacy organisations
Arts and legal research roles in academic or private institutions
Corporate roles in compliance, governance, or human resources
Further study or research in law, humanities, or social sciences

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice at Flinders University?

It typically takes 5.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$207,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or barrister in Australia (subject to admission requirements)Legal advisor in government, corporate or community legal sectorsPolicy analyst or adviser in public administrationAdvocate or caseworker in not-for-profit and advocacy organisationsArts and legal research rol...

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