Double Law

UNSW’s Bachelor of Laws double degree program will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the law as well as a broader education to increase your understanding of the wider social implications of it. We offer a wide range of double degree combinations, so you’re sure to find one that’s right for you. Employers seek out our well-rounded graduates for their critical thinking, analytical skills and specialised knowledge. You’ll learn to think outside the box, so you can apply your law degree to countless industries when it comes to your career.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to social justice and throughout your studies you will experience this first-hand through engagement with our centres and clinics. In your second year, you’ll work with clients and lawyers at Kingsford Legal Centre (KLC), a fully functioning community legal centre that operates out of the UNSW Law & Justice building.

Our student-focused, interactive teaching approach includes small class sizes and experiential learning, meaning you will be able to participate and engage in authentic discussions and learning experiences, such as internships and mooting competitions. Studying law at UNSW can open the door to countless opportunities, both inside and outside the legal profession, from commercial practice to working in a community legal centre, to running a start-up or working for an international organisation.

Ranked 1st in Sydney and 12th in the world for Law (QS World University Rankings 2023) UNSW Law & Justice has been setting the pace as Australia’s leader in progressive and rigorous legal education and research for 50 years. UNSW Law & Justice pioneered interactive seminar-style teaching in Australian legal education and offer a wealth of opportunities for studies beyond the classroom, both locally and overseas.

We’re also the highest-ranking institution for criminology research in NSW (2018 ERA Ratings).

UNSW Law & Justice also offers the Juris Doctor program for graduates of disciplines other than law. Applications for the UNSW Juris Doctor are via UAC Postgraduate.

Visit the UNSW Law & Justice website.

Note: While there is no assumed knowledge for the Bachelor of Laws component of your double degree, there may be assumed knowledge for the non-law component. Check with the relevant faculty for this detail.

ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Admission Pathway with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.

Areas of study

For Bachelor of Laws: Administrative law; business associations; contracts; court process, evidence and proof; crime and the criminal process; criminal laws; equity and trusts; federal constitutional law; introducing law and justice; lawyers, ethics and justice; principles of private law, principles of public law; land law; law in the global context; resolving civil disputes; torts; seven electives and one prescribed elective. For non-law degree: Refer to the relevant non-law degree entry.

Career opportunities

Build your skillset, confidence and career opportunities so you can start making a difference in your community from day one. Apply your knowledge to the real world, with experiential learning opportunities including internships, case and mooting competitions, clinics and through Work Integrated Learning (WIL).

Work with clients and lawyers at Kingsford Legal Centre (KLC), UNSW’s community legal centre.

Graduate career-ready with UNSW Law & Justice’s in-house careers service, dedicated to our students and alumni. The service includes a jobs board and a range of resources,
presentations and workshops to maximise your employability.

Legal practise as a solicitor or barrister or in-house legal counsel in a range of national and international organisations, banks and accountancy firms, regulatory bodies, government departments. Completing a UNSW law degree also enables graduates to pursue careers in business, media, the arts, science, education, engineering, government and the not-for-profit sector. Refer to the non-law degree entry for more information.

Professional recognition

Bachelor of Laws satisfies the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW. For non-law degree: Refer to the relevant non-law degree.

In order to seek admission to the legal profession in Australia, all Law graduates must also complete an accredited Practical Legal Training (PLT) course, such as the UNSW Graduate Diploma in Legal Professional Practice which provides a combination of coursework and work experience.

Practical experience

Bachelor of Laws: Practical experience at UNSW Law & Justice Kingsford Legal Centre as part of the core course Lawyers, Ethics and Justice plus a wide range of internships and clinical legal education electives including unique opportunities at the other faculty’s centres (i.e. Allens Hub for Technology, Law & Innovation; Indigenous Law Centre, etc). For non-law degree: Refer to the relevant non-law degree.

Fees and charges

Refer to UNSW current fee information.

Course locations: All courses are offered at Kensington, except for Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Laws which are at Kensington, Sydney and Paddington.

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.

Double degree options
Double degree options are available in a number of UNSW courses.

Honours at UNSW
Studying honours offers a chance to develop your research and professional skills guided by staff who are passionate about research and the development of new researchers. Honours is an integral component of many UNSW courses or may be offered as an additional year of study to meritorious students.