Bachelor of Commerce / Law

Dreaming of a career in legal practice? Or perhaps you want to make your mark in the business world? Whatever your ambitions, you’ll stand out with a double degree in Commerce and Law from UNSW. Gain a strong understanding of business and a comprehensive legal education that will set you apart and prepare you to make a difference in the world.

In UNSW's Bachelor of Commerce/Law, you’ll learn core business principles in a range of disciplines before specialising in subjects that align with your interests and career ambitions. Become an expert in accounting, business, analytics, economics, finance, human resource management, information systems, marketing, taxation, or focus on emerging areas like fintech and cybersecurity management.

You’ll bolster your specialised business knowledge with a deep understanding of the law. These complimentary skills will set you apart in both the legal and business worlds. You’ll gain a strong understanding of the legal processes, systems and frameworks that govern our society, and learn how the law and business interact through hands-on legal experience.

No matter which direction you take your career, graduating with a law and commerce double degree from UNSW will prepare you to make a positive impact.

World-class education

UNSW Law & Justice is ranked 12th in the world for law* and UNSW Business School is the #1 business school in Australia**. You'll learn from the minds at the forefront of research and industry knowledge and study at a Group of Eight (Go8) university that has the highest quality teaching among Australia’s research-intensive law schools.

Join Australia’s future leaders

With a commerce and law double degree, you’ll join a diverse cohort of interdisciplinary thinkers that combine their passion for law and justice with business expertise to make a positive impact. Employers are always seeking critical thinkers and problem-solvers who can bring the added perspective of a second specialisation.

Carve out the career you want

Graduate career-ready with UNSW Law & Justice’s in-house careers service, dedicated to helping our students best position themselves to secure a rewarding job at the end of their studies. The service includes a range of resources and workshops to help students maximise their employability including interview preparation, resume & cover letter writing and a jobs board. You’ll also have access to UNSW Business School’s Career Accelerator, which offers internships, mentoring, practicums and more, for hands-on experience that will set you apart.

End-to-end legal education

Prepare for a career in legal practice all in one place. All law graduates in Australia must complete Practical Legal Training (PLT) to practise as a lawyer. UNSW’s PLT is the Graduate Diploma in Legal Professional Practice (GDLPP), so you can graduate from one place with all the qualifications you need to launch your legal career.

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