University of Newcastle

Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

University of Newcastle

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00109J

Within this combined degree program, students study a combination of Science and Law courses over a period of five years full-time. On completion of the first three years students will have completed all the required courses for the Bachelor of Science degree. In the final two years of the combined degree program students complete the requirements for the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and may enrol in these two years on a less than full time basis.Students completing this combined degree program meet the academic requirements to practice law in NSW, however, they must also complete postgraduate professional training approved by the Legal Profession Admission Board if they wish to practice as a lawyer. Students also have the skills and knowledge to contribute to scientific development in many areas of technology, industry, agriculture or the information revolution.

Structure

The first 3 years complete the requirements for the Bachelor of Science. In the final 2 years students complete the requirements of the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Honours).

Subjects

  • Law
  • Biological Sciences
  • Chemistry (Advanced Materials)
  • Chemistry (Medicinal and Organic)
  • Earth Sciences
  • Biodiversity and Conservation
  • Geography
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics
  • Psychology
  • Physics

Standard entry requirements

  • NSW HSC or equivalent - irrespective of age of qualification
  • Completed or partly completed higher education studies
  • TAFE qualifications.

Recognition

Students completing this combined degree may meet the academic requirements to practice Law in New South Wales.

Study pathways

Honours in the Bachelor of Science is available as an additional year to students who achieve a credit grade point average.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Newcastle City Precinct International: $177,825
  • ATAR: 85.00
No
  • Full-time : 5 years
  • Part-time : 5 years

Fee comments

Campuses: Newcastle City Precinct.

Fees are indicative and subject to variation. Overall program fee may vary based on course selection.

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