University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Course Level

Bachelor Degree (Pass)

CRICOS

087788F

Related Careers

Bachelor of Communication (Strategic Communication) / Bachelor of Laws

Those who have the power to shape messages that cut to the heart of the issues are in high demand. The UTS Bachelor of Communication (Strategic Communication) Bachelor of Law is a cross-disciplinary dual degree that will give you a broad range of practical, sought-after capabilities to support a meaningful and successful future in law, communication, or any other industry. Learn about digital, traditional and social media and establish real hands-on capabilities in crafting compelling communications. Plus, complete a Law qualification that meets the educational requirements for admission as a lawyer to the NSW Supreme Court.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
City	Full-time - 5 years	N/A	96.25

Structure

The course comprises 240 credit points. The study components for course completion are as follows. The law component is made up of 144 credit points. The communication component is made up of 96 credit points. The course is offered on a five-year, full-time basis. Students are required to attend approximately 17 hours of seminars and lectures a week, and may be required to attend evening classes for the law component.

Subjects

Communication
Strategic communication
Law

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level. Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place. English language requirements IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0 TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21 UTS College AE5: Pass Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50 Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169

Recognition

This course has professional recognition from the Public Relations Institute of Australia and the International Advertising Association. This course satisfies the requirements for admission to the Supreme Court of NSW as a lawyer, provided students complete a practical legal training program, such as the Graduate Certificate in Professional Legal Practice.

Study Pathways

Students can graduate with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) if they complete subjects Research Methodology and Research Thesis within the course. The degree may be awarded with first or second class honours, which does not require an additional honours year. The rules concerning the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) can be found in undergraduate course information. Students who meet these criteria for honours are eligible for transfer into the appropriate undergraduate honours exit course on completion of all coursework. This transfer is managed by the Haymarket Student Centre and occurs just prior to graduation. The Bachelor of Communication (Honours) is offered on a one-year, full-time basis.