Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Laws

Course Details

Law and Economics both have a massive impact on our daily lives. If youre interested in these fascinating disciplines and want to understand how they intersect and interconnect, the UTS Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Laws is for you. One of our esteemed dual degrees, this program will see you acquire two future-ready qualifications. Youll learn how to understand, measure, analyse and influence financial markets while also getting a comprehensive education in contemporary Australian Law. No matter where your future takes you, your dual degree from UTS will ensure you have the skills, knowledge and insights you need to rise to the top in the complex and ever-changing world of tomorrow.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Course structure: The course comprises a total of 240 credit points, allowing students to graduate with the separate degrees of Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws. The study components for course completion are as follows: The law component of 144 credit points, and the economics component of 96 credit points. The course duration is five years of full-time study. The law component requires attendance of 10-15 hours a week and timetable constraints may require attendance at both daytime and evening classes.

Students can graduate with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) if they complete subjects Research Methodology and Research Thesis within the course. To practise as a lawyer in NSW, students need to successfully complete an accredited legal academic qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Laws) and an accredited course of practical legal training (PLT), which UTS offers through its PLT program. Students enrolled in this course may complete their practical legal training by undertaking a postgraduate course in PLT, such as the Graduate Certificate in Professional Legal Practice.