Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Laws

Explore the birthplace of creative academic thinkers

If you’re an innovative and globally engaged thinker looking to forge successful careers in dynamic and creative working environments around the world, then the UC Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws course can help you get there.

Gain an extremely thorough understanding of the theory and practical applications of law, improve your advocacy skills and be able to choose one of five different arts study pathways: creative writing, cultural and heritage studies, digital media, film production or global studies.

This combination of electives, taught within smaller, more personalised classes, offers a student focused learning environment, greatly improving the value of each elective and ensuring that each student receives the highest level of support and encouragement during their time at UC.

Students of this course will also gain extremely strong links to the local public and private sectors, giving them unrivalled access to a network of professional contacts, practical exposure and the opportunity to study real-world situations through project work, internships and mentorships.

There’s also scope for international collaborations and the chance for students to qualify for admission to practice law in their final year.

Study a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws at UC and you will:

• obtain a broad and in-depth understanding of the theoretical and practical knowledge of law
• combine creativity and legal problem solving to create innovative business solutions
• fine-tune your ability to present ideas and opinions effectively and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries
• explore a range of creative study options designed around your personal interests
• acquire the ability to problem solve, analyse and evaluate information in a systematic, creative and insightful way 
• use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibly for the benefit of others and the environment
• learn advanced legal research and writing skills and how to implement them
• gain eligibility to a globally recognised range of professional accreditations
• build an enviable list of industry contacts.

Career opportunities

The UC Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws double degree offers highly transferrable qualifications that could easily add value across a range of industries and jobs, including:

• business owner
• entrepreneur
• journalist
• marketing communication manager
• corporate and public communications lawyer
• sports media lawyer
• barrister
• solicitor
• consultant
• policy advisor
• publicist
• creative director.