University of Wollongong
CRICOS provider number: 00102E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12062
Courses included
Simultaneously build your media skills and legal expertise as you engage with the global media culture within a legal context. Throughout this double degree, you will consider the ethical and legal considerations of emerging media within the workplace as well as local, national and international communities.
When you study the Bachelor of Communication and Media you will acquire a strong foundation in the national and international communication and media industry. With a focus on preparing you for global careers, this degree places an emphasis on high-level skills in media production, communication research and independent project work.
The Bachelor of Laws equips you with a comprehensive legal education. This world-class degree provides you with a thorough grounding in the law, the social and ethical context in which law operates, while equipping you with essential practical skills including an internship and integrated skills program.
Bachelor of Laws: Business and financial law, commercial law, constitutional law, contracts, criminal law, environmental law, family law, human rights, intellectual property, international law, jurisprudence, legal ethics, legal skills, litigation and practice skills/internships, property law, taxation, torts. Bachelor of Communication and Media: Digital and social media, journalism, marketing communication and advertising, screen media production, and visual communication design.
Bachelor of Laws: Solicitor, barrister, policy officer in government departments, in- house lawyer in private companies and community legal centres, accounting, banking and finance, business and management, education, government administration, media and communications. Bachelor of Communication and Media: Media research and analyst, corporate communications officer, digital content creator, social media manager, advertising and marketing specialist, publisher, copywriter, government media policy advisor, feature writer, publicity officer, media educator.
Bachelor of Laws: Eligible for admission as a lawyer in Australia, subject to completing state-approved Practical Legal Training (PLT). Further details for NSW students can be found at the Legal Profession Admission Board website.
Bachelor of Laws: Legal internship provides 20 working days of professional experience. Bachelor of Communication and Media: Portfolio of works developed across the duration of the course.
Bachelor of Laws: Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is awarded on the basis of excellent performance throughout the course, as well as in a Legal Research Methodology subject and a Legal Research Thesis. Bachelor of Laws (Honours by Research) is available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Bachelor of Communication and Media: Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English.
Recommended studies: English Advanced.
Refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Visit the UOW website and select the undergraduate course that you are interested in, then choose the ‘Admission Profile’ tab in the Admissions, Key dates and Fees section.
View all details of this course on the UOW website.
University of Wollongong degrees
The academic content of all degrees is subject to routine review.
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.