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    Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics / 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

    099869F

    Credit point

    288 Points

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
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    Duration 6 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 50,000  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics / Law

    About

    The Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy & Economics (PPE)/Law draws together the perspectives of four crucial academic disciplines to address professional demands, global trends and contemporary social issues, such as justice, inequality and climate change.

    Alongside courses from the disciplines of Politics & International Relations, Philosophy, and Economics, the UNSW PPE degree explores the synergies and tensions between these fields and trains you to assess their relevance in meeting humanity's most complex challenges.

    Your Law degree will complement your PPE studies as you develop a thorough understanding of legal frameworks, processes and systems alongside a wide range of experiential learning opportunities. You’ll gain exceptional skills that stand out to employers with practical experience, including mooting, an internship or clinical program, or international exchange.

    Set Yourself Apart
    UNSW was the first university in Sydney, and one of only a handful in Australia to offer the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy & Economics, which prepares you to make social change on a global scale.

    World-class Scholarship
    Learn from Australia’s leader in progressive and rigorous legal education at UNSW Law & Justice, ranked 12th in the world*. Study at a Group of Eight (Go8) university with the highest quality teaching among Australia’s research-intensive law schools.

    Multiply Your Opportunities
    At UNSW, you’ll study undergraduate law as part of a double degree. Be part of a diverse cohort of interdisciplinary thinkers that combine their passion for law and justice with expertise in other disciplines. Our graduates have applied their law degree to countless industries as critical thinkers and problem-solvers that bring the added perspective of a second specialisation.

    Exclusive Career Support
    Graduate career-ready with UNSW Law & Justice’s in-house careers service, dedicated to our students and alumni. The service includes one-on-one counselling sessions, a jobs board and a range of resources, presentations and workshops to maximise your employability.

    Experiential Learning
    Apply your knowledge from the classroom to industry experiences and experiential learning opportunities. Through both of your degrees, you’ll have the chance to gain for-credit practical experience through exchange and international courses, internships, clinics, and competitions.

    Global Student Opportunities
    Gain global perspectives by studying other countries’ legal systems through overseas electives in China, the USA, Switzerland, India, Vanuatu and Chile. Or you may wish to immerse yourself abroad through student exchange at one of UNSW’s more than 300 exchange hosts across 38 countries. As a Politics, Philosophy and Economics student, you’ll have the chance to partake in an exchange program with one of our international partner universities, including University College Dublin and King’s College London.

    End-to-end legal education
    Prepare for legal practice all in one place. All law graduates in Australia must complete 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.

    *QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024

    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

    Future 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.

    By combining your PPE degree with Law, you’ll be well-equipped for a global career in politics and public policy development, including the highest reaches of government and the public service, as well as in consultancy, research firms, international organisations, advocacy organisations, NGOs and the legal profession.

    Worldwide, the UNSW Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics is a renowned degree that carries considerable recognition among organisations and employers. Graduates of Politics, Philosophy and Economics degrees worldwide carve successful careers in public policy, diplomacy and economic analysis. You could find yourself working in humanitarian groups, political parties, non-government agencies, public services and activist organisations.

    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). All law graduates in Australia must complete 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.

    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 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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    Accreditation

    Legal Profession Admission Board (NSW)

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 50,000 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics / Law

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