Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Economics
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    Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Economics

    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia
    Australia, Adelaide
    University Rank:#82
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    Duration5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 37,865 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026

    Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Economics

    About

    Adelaide University’s Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Economics will guide you through the legal systems that govern us and the economies we live within – and equip you with the practical and analytical skills to work effectively within both. Develop a strong foundation in how the law works across the eleven key areas of Australia’s legal system, as well as how they apply into different real-world contexts.

    Meanwhile, your economics studies will prepare you to tackle complex problems impacting government policy through to individual households. Study concepts like microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, and develop the critical analysis skills and reasoning to influence policies and drive data-driven solutions.

    Both degrees include hands-on learning, including over 100 hours of professional development in a real industry setting or project.

    You’ll graduate empowered to work as an ethical, informed legal professional and advocate*.

    *To be admitted to legal practice, you will also need to fulfil the practical requirements for admission, which includes the completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    Secondary education (Year 12)

    • Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

    Higher education study

    • Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program in an undergraduate diploma (AQF level 5) or higher.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 7 | IELTS Reading 7 | IELTS Listening 7 | IELTS Speaking 7 | IELTS Writing 7

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Australia’s increasingly complex legal and economic landscape requires skilled, forward-thinking graduates. You’ll be prepared to influence policy, work directly with clients, or conduct careful analysis and research into systems that inform new policy and positive change.

    You may find yourself coordinating financial policies for local or federal government or consulting private providers to funnel new investments and make sound financial choices. Or perhaps you’ll work in family law and trusts, smoothing over disputes and ensuring individuals and their families receive equitable assets*.

    Roles you could work as include:

    • Arbitrator/mediator
    • Corporate policy adviser
    • Data analyst
    • Economist
    • Government policy adviser
    • Human rights advocate
    • Information analyst
    • International trade or business analyst
    • Law clerk
    • Parliamentary draftsperson
    • Policy/Ministerial adviser
    • Political analyst.

    *To be admitted to legal practice, you will also need to fulfil the practical requirements for admission, which includes the completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.

    Industry trends

    Job growth for solicitors in Australia has long-term trend of strong growth, with above average employment rates (Jobs and Skills Australia).

    Professionals with transferrable skills are in high demand across Australia, with strong growth predicted up to 2033 (Annual Jobs and Skills Report, 2023).

    More and more employers are looking for employees with flexible skill sets, including analytical and creative thinking. Adelaide University’s purpose-built curriculum is designed to meet real-world challenges and facilitate lifelong learning, making you well-prepared for your future career. 

    Accreditation

    This program is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Education and Admission Council (LPEAC). To be admitted to legal practice, graduates are required to fulfil the practical requirements for admission, which includes the completion of the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    37,865 / year(s)

    Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Economics

    University of Adelaide

    University of Adelaide

    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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