Humanities and Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts (Advanced) with Bachelor of Laws

  • Domestic
  • International
  • Duration

    4.5 years full-time or part-time equiv.
  • Start Dates

    February and July
  • Location

    North Terrace Campus

About Degree

Why combine Arts (Advanced) with Law?  

High-level arts study—and the deep insight into modern society it brings—will complement, contextualise and enrich your legal studies. You’ll learn to think innovatively, understand all manner of societal issues more broadly, and communicate powerfully.

On completion of the degree you’ll be uniquely placed to pursue careers in legal practice, government, commerce, industry, academia, social welfare and community organisations.

What will you do?

  • Choose from 33 arts majors and develop deep discipline knowledge.
  • Partner with an arts academic mentor who’ll support your intellectual development.
  • Take arts courses specifically designed for high-achieving students.
  • Research and write a major independent research project.
  • Explore contemporary legal concepts, processes and methods.
  • Undertake law internships and optional placements in community clinics.
  • Explore specialist legal areas through electives.
  • Access extracurricular legal training and activities, such as moot court competitions.

For more info

  • Bachelor of Arts (Advanced)
  • Bachelor of Laws


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This degree gives you the opportunity to be part of our new The Academy by Deloitte. You’ll be part of a supportive student cohort that learns from one another and industry leaders. Formal and informal experiences will allow you to build relationships within the Deloitte network.


Entry Requirements

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  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Admissions information

    SATAC Code354281
    2022 CSP ATAR95.2
    2022 CSP IB37
    DefermentYes - 2 year
    IntakeFebruary and July
    Selection Criteria
    Recent Secondary EducationApplicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the last two years, however if you completed your secondary education more than two years ago, you may still be able to be considered on the basis of your secondary schooling. You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You compete for a place with your Selection Rank (ATAR plus any applicable adjustment factors). Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
    Higher Education StudyYou must have completed at least six months full time equivalent higher education study (the number of courses and units will vary depending on your prior institution however at the University of APSB, this equates to 4 courses / 12 units). A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
    Work and life experienceTo be eligible to sit the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) as as pathway for entry, you must be 18 years or over before 1 February 2023. If you have studied at higher education level in the last two years (for 2023 entry this means you were enrolled in either 2022 or 2021), you must not have accumulated more than a TOTAL of 2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) higher education study (ie. including any study prior to 2021). If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Pathway. See Wirltu Yarlu for further information.
    Other Entry Pathways


    2022 Admissions Data for school leavers
    ATAR
    (raw ATAR, excluding any applicable adjustment factors)
    Lowest ATAR to receive an offer87.3
    Median ATAR to receive an offer96.1
    Highest ATAR to receive an offer99.9
    Selection Rank
    (ATAR plus any adjustment factors)
    Lowest Selection Rank to receive an offer95.2
    Median Selection Rank to receive an offer98.875
    Highest Selection Rank to receive an offer99.95
    Minimum eligibility score90
    Additional criteria consideredSelection rank only
    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    (A) Higher Education study
    (includes a bridging or enabling course)
    N/AN/A
    (B) Vocational education and training (VET) studyn/aN/A
    (C) Work and life experience
    (admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories)
    N/AN/A
    (D) Recent secondary education:
    • Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR
      (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors)
    N/AN/A
    • Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered
      (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test, early offer conditional on minimum ATAR)
    N/AN/A
    • Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor
      (e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement)
    9100.0%
    International studentsN/AN/A
    All students9100.0%


    International applicants

    CRICOS0101348
    IntakeFebruary and July
    International QualificationsThe Bachelor of Arts (Advanced) with Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is not an entry program. Admission will be by application. Places will be limited and students with a GPA in the range of 5.00-6.00 (depending on places available) may be invited in their penultimate year to apply for the program along with all other eligible Bachelor of Laws students. If accepted into the program, the Bachelor of Arts (Advanced) with Bachelor of Laws double degree will be discontinued and the student will be admitted into the Bachelor of Arts (Advanced) with Bachelor of Laws (Honours) double degree. All courses completed under the Bachelor of Arts (Advanced) with Law double degree are automatically counted towards the Honours double degree.
    Selection Criteria
    English Language Requirements

    Australian Year 12Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject
    English Tests accepted by the University of APSB
    IELTSOverall 7Reading 6.5Listening 6.5Speaking 7Writing 7





    TOEFLOverall 94Reading 20Listening 20Speaking 23Writing 27





    PearsonOverall 65Reading 58Listening 58Speaking 65Writing 65





    C1 AdvancedOverall 185Reading 176Listening 176Speaking 185Writing 185





    Qualifications that meet minimum English requirementsA range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements
    Academic Entry Requirements

    Detailed information on international qualifications assessment

    Secondary School QualificationsAustralia – Selection Rank (International)95
    International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma37
    Canada – OSSD Ontario Secondary School Diploma90%
    Canada – British Columbia Certificate of Graduation90%
    Canada – Alberta High School Diploma96%
    China – Gaokao85%
    Germany – Abitur1.60
    GCE A Levels14
    Hong Kong – HKDSE23
    India – ISC & CBSE90%
    India - Indian State Board Examinations95%
    Indonesia – SMA3Not accepted
    Kenya – Certificate of Secondary EducationA
    Kuwait – General School Secondary Certificate88%
    Malaysia – STPM or Matrikulasi3.55
    Malaysia – UEC6
    South Korea – CSAT and High School Diploma368
    Sri Lanka – GCE A Levels14
    Taiwan – GSAT and High School Diploma90%
    Thailand – Certificate of Secondary EducationNot accepted
    USA – SAT1360
    USA – Advanced Placement (AP)13
    Vietnam – Upper Secondary School9.50
    The University of APSB College Foundation Program88%
    Eynesbury Foundation Program430
    ANU College Foundation Studies93%
    Monash College Foundation Year MUFY85%
    Trinity College Foundation Studies Program (The University of Melbourne)86%
    UNSW Foundation Year9.00
    UQ College Foundation Studies Program6.00
    Taylors College – The University of Sydney Foundation Program (USFP)8.00
    UWA College Foundation Program (WAUFP)75%
    Non–Go8 Foundation Score88%
    How to Apply
    Application information for international students
    Important application deadlines for international students

    Student Profile
    Applicant backgroundSemester one/Full year intake 2022
    Number of studentsPercentage of all students
    (A) Higher Education study
    (includes a bridging or enabling course)
    N/AN/A
    (B) Vocational education and training (VET) studyn/aN/A
    (C) Work and life experience
    (admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories)
    N/AN/A
    (D) Recent secondary education:
    • Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR
      (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors)
    N/AN/A
    • Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered
      (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test, early offer conditional on minimum ATAR)
    N/AN/A
    • Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor
      (e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement)
    9100.0%
    International studentsN/AN/A
    All students9100.0%


Fees and Scholarships

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  • Domestic
  • International

    Domestic applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees
    Commonwealth-supported place: $13,750

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on Student Contribution Amounts.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


    International applicants

    Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units)International student place: $46,000

    Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.

    More information on International Student tuition fees.

    Scholarships

    These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.


Careers

Career Readiness

Direct access to industry leaders and paid internship opportunities: The Academy by Deloitte
Students who as part of their studies take part in The Academy by Deloitte experience will have the benefit of undertaking a paid internship with Deloitte. This internship is designed to shape their business readiness through significant real-world client exposure, access to multiple networking opportunities and relevant professional training.

The University of APSB Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Potential careers

Journalist, Judicial Associate, Lawyer / Solicitor / Barrister, Legal Officer / Legal aid, Member of Parliament, Ministerial Adviser, Community Legal Services Officer, Parliamentary Adviser, Parliamentary Member, Police Officer, Policy Adviser, Policy Developer, Political Adviser, Political Analyst, Politician, Public Servant, Public Speaking, Diplomatic corps, Social Planner, Social Researcher, Solicitor, Foreign Affairs, ...


Degree Structure

The program consists of compulsory courses in the disciplines of law and arts which provide students with a sound understanding of legal, humanities and social science concepts, processes and methods. In addition, students choose from a range of elective courses in areas of specialised interest in both law and arts.

The double degree is an AQF Level 7 qualification with a standard full-time duration of 4.5 years.

Academic Program Rules

The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.

To qualify for the Bachelor of Arts (Advanced) with Bachelor of Laws, the student must complete satisfactorily a program of study consisting of the following courses with a combined total of not less than 108 units, comprising:

  • Core courses to the value of 60 units (note that 6-unit major capstone courses are substituted with ARTS 3002 Arts Advanced Research Project
  • A major to the value of 24 units in Arts (27 units for the Mathematical Sciences major) 
  • Law closed elective courses to the value of 24 units 
  • Arts closed elective courses to the value of 6 units (3 units if undertaking the Mathematical Sciences major)


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