Bachelor of Economics and Finance/Bachelor of Laws
University of Wollongong
CRICOS provider number: 00102E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12062
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Combining economic and legal expertise opens up a world of opportunities in a wide range of professions including politics, law and business.
Throughout the Bachelor of Economics and Finance, you will develop a deep understanding of economic theories with financial practices. This degree delves into economic analysis, monetary systems, and investment strategies, fostering skills in critical thinking and financial decision making.
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.Areas of study
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 Economics and Finance: Applied financial modelling, corporate finance, economic policy, financial economics, financial markets and institutions, investment analysis, macro and micro economic theory, portfolio analysis and financial statements analysis.
Career opportunities
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 Economics and Finance: Economist, regulatory manager, policy and governance specialist, financial analyst, finance consultant, research analyst, property portfolio analyst, stockbroker.
Professional recognition
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 Economics and Finance: The Bachelor of Economics and Finance has been accepted into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. This status is granted to institutions whose degree program(s) incorporate at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK), which provide students with a solid grounding in the CBOK and positions them well to sit for the CFA exams. In addition, students are strongly recommended to complete the free online learning module, Ethics and Standards of Practice available through the CFA Institute®. Finance graduates may be eligible for membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA) and the Finance & Treasury Association.
The University of Wollongong has been awarded with the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) accreditation. Being accredited by AACSB is public recognition that we are among the world’s top 6% of business schools.
Practical experience
Bachelor of Laws: Legal internship provides 20 working days of professional experience. Bachelor of Economics and Finance: Applied research project capstone subject in your final year. This experiential learning opportunity offers an international workplace-based project, or more traditional research-based project.
Honours
Bachelor of Laws: 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 Economics and Finance: Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English, Mathematics Advanced
Recommended studies: English Advanced.
Other applicants
Refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
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ATAR profile
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Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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