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    Bachelor of Media / Law

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    19

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    110672M

    Credit point

    240 Points

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
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    Duration 5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 50,500  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of Media / Law

    About

    This double degree combines the professional Bachelor of Laws with the Bachelor of Media to give you a unique understanding of how these two industries can influence, persuade and create important lasting change. The combination develops communications leaders who inspire innovation and adhere to the highest ethical standards.

    Through your studies in media, you’ll be equipped with the expertise to make a difference in the exciting, challenging, and constantly evolving field of media. Media at UNSW pushes you to develop confidence in a diverse and flexible mix of creative, critical, and practical knowledge. You will gain essential skills for navigating media in the 21st century so that you can collaborate effectively, and drive and respond to innovation.

    This double degree combination is relevant if you’re interested in becoming a media lawyer, or working in public sector communication, and public relations.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)

    15.0

    All applicants must present a minimum of two Advanced Level (A2) subjects. Entry Scores are calculated from the best two, three, or four A2 Level subjects (excluding repeated subjects) using the following values: A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1.

    International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

    36.0

    Entry criteria is based on scores required for entry into UNSW in 2024 and are only applicable if the Diploma has been completed. Students currently attempting the IB Diploma or Bilingual Diploma can apply directly to UNSW or through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)

    1300.0

    Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) based on the total of evidence-based reading and writing and mathematical test scores. Must be provided in conjunction with evidence of successful completion of senior secondary studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Law & Justice

    7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)
    • Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)/Bachelor of Laws: 7 overall (min 7.0 in each subtest)

     

    7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

     

     

    7.0 overall (min 7.0 in writing, 6.5 in other subtests)

     

    Career

    Potential careers

    Study law as a double degree to be a well-rounded graduate prepared for a career practising law or applying your legal mind and skills to other industries.

    UNSW Law & Justice is ranked 1st in Australia and 15th globally for employer reputation (QS World University Rankings by Subject (Law and Legal Studies), 2024). That’s because we teach our students to think outside the box, so when it comes to your career, employers will seek you out for your critical thinking, persuasive communication, creative problem solving and analytical skills.

    With flexible course options, your Fine Arts degree from UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture includes opportunities to experiment with professional roles in internships and work placements. You’ll build a network of contacts among your classmates and lecturers, and you’ll be able to reach out to a global network of UNSW graduates.  

    End-to-end legal Education at UNSW

    Completing a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at UNSW will take you a step towards becoming a lawyer, followed by Practical Legal Training (PLT). UNSW's PLT program, the Graduate Diploma in Legal Professional Practice will allow you to practise law in any Australian or New Zealand jurisdiction. UNSW's PLT will allow you to practice law in the New South Wales jurisdiction. 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.

    Step 1 – Complete your Bachelor of Laws (LLB).

    Step 2 – Complete your GDLPP at UNSW.

    Step 3 – Apply to the Supreme Court for admission to practice.

    UNSW Law & Justice students also have the opportunity to fast track their entry to the legal profession by completing their PLT while finishing their undergraduate degree.

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    Potential careers

    • In-house counsel in media industries
    • Arts and entertainment lawyer
    • Contract lawyer in the media industries
    • Patent or copyright lawyer
    • Product analyst/developer
    • Risk analyst
    • Corporate and public policy adviser
    • Management consultant

    Career opportunities specific to each media specialisation include:

      • Advertising strategist 
      • Advertising account executive 
      • Communications officer 
      • Content producer 
      • Community engagement adviser 
      • Digital communications coordinator 
      • Government media adviser 
      • Journalist or feature writer 
      • Internal communications specialist 
      • Marketing executive 
      • Media account executive 
      • Media relations adviser 
      • Public relations consultant 
      • Social media manager 
      • Video presenter 
      • Animator
      • App developer 
      • Advertising creative 
      • Cinematographer 
      • Digital editor
      • Digital producer 
      • Filmmaker 
      • Game designer 
      • Interactive media designer 
      • Screenwriter 
      • Sound producer 
      • Television production 
      • Video producer 
      • Website content manager

    Accreditation

    Legal Profession Admission Board (NSW)

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 50,500 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Bachelor of Media / Law

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