Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) Bachelor of Laws

University of Technology Sydney

Australia, Sydney

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University of Technology Sydney

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

087782A

Campuses

City campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines

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Duration 5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 47,328 / year

Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) Bachelor of Laws

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This course suits students who are aiming to blend legal expertise with writing prowess, suitable for careers in law, publishing, or writing. By integrating a legal education with hands-on writing, editing, and publishing experience, you'll acquire a comprehensive understanding of storytelling across various media, and meet the academic requirements for admission to legal practice in NSW.

You will develop a robust skill set, including legal analysis, creative writing, and effective communication. The curriculum includes essential legal subjects, practical writing subjects, elective cross-disciplinary studies, and exposure to legal technology, preparing you for the evolving landscape of the legal profession.

Through a blend of theoretical learning and practical application, you will be equipped for roles such as media or intellectual property lawyer, editor, publisher, or writer, with the ability to manage legal challenges in creative industries or bring both narrative flair and strong analytic skills to various roles.

The simultaneous study of a range of legal subjects, from the fundamentals of the law to specialist skills in niche legal disciplines, ensures that students meet the academic requirements for admission to practise law in NSW.

Elective choices include cross-disciplinary studies in history, communication, media and country studies; specialist legal subjects, such as contracts, entertainment and intellectual property law; and the Legal Futures and Technology major, which provides first-hand experience of the technologies shaping the future of the legal profession.

Graduates emerge with the high-level creative, analytical and communication skills required to manage the legal aspects of a writing career, or for a legal career in which writing skills can add eloquence and character to their work.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Admission requirements

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.