Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Environmental Management
University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 01595D
Become a defender of the environment with this dual degree. Cover all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia, and build practical skills from first year. Simultaneously gain an in-depth understanding of humankind’s environmental impacts, with a focus on tropical and subtropical environments.In this program you will research answers to legal problems, prepare advice, present legal arguments, observe legal practice, and take part in simulated court presentations. You’ll develop your skills by working with legal service clients under legal supervision in law practice and choose to specialise in areas like coastal and marine environments, urban design and town planning, geospatial analysis and global environment security and policy.
Structure
Total units: 480
Standard entry requirements
Have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Recognition
The Law degree is an approved academic qualification for admission to the legal profession. After graduating students must undertake a further period of practical legal training before being admitted as a legal practitioner. On graduation students can apply to become Associate Member of the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ) while they acquire relevant work experience. Students can apply for Full Membership in EIANZ after they have acquired two years of professional experience in one or more functional areas of environmental practice.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UniSC Moreton Bay |
| Yes |
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| UniSC Sunshine Coast | International: $134,000 |
| Yes |
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Further information
The University of the Sunshine Coast offers a Regional Preference Scheme for eligible applicants who reside or attend school in one of the following regional council areas: Sunshine Coast Regional Council; Noosa Council; Gympie Regional Council; Moreton Bay Regional Council; Somerset Regional Council; Fraser Coast Regional Council; South Burnett Regional Council. For eligible applicants an additional OP score of one or two selection ranks is granted
