Bachelor of Laws (Honours) / Diploma of Legal Practice

Study law – a passport to a career as a successful lawyer, or a range of related legal professions

Our law courses provide you with a study program that will prepare you for work in diverse employment contexts. This degree meets the academic requirements needed to gain admission to the practice of law in New South Wales.

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program is offered only as a combined degree with the:

Course overview

Whether you choose to practise law or pursue another career, the skills and extensive knowledge you acquire through this combined degree will be invaluable. You will graduate with skills and experience in:

• advanced research
• advocacy
• analytical problem solving
• high-level task management
• negotiation
• oral and written communication

You will learn and develop these skills by studying courses in various aspects of law including:

• criminal law and procedure
• evidence
• equity and trusts
• administrative law
• property law
• contract law

All students who successfully complete their Bachelor of Laws will graduate with Honours at a level determined by your academic achievement across the whole course of study. You will receive in-depth training in legal research techniques, and be equipped with advanced skills suitable for high-level legal research work or further academic study.

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Diploma of Legal Practice Program is only available to students who have met the requirements for their non-Law degree and are currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program at the University of Newcastle.

Overall minimum: 7

Sub test minimum: 6

Undertaking studies in law not only prepares graduates for a career in the legal profession but a huge variety of other roles in sectors ranging from government and business to media and the arts. Graduates often find that this qualification provides a competitive advantage when applying for a variety of roles as many employers value its emphasis on analytical thinking and logical reasoning.

Professional outcomes

On completion of this degree, you’ll be able to work in roles such as: