Australian Catholic University
ACU offers a flexible, work-friendly model of day and evening classes to suit your busy lifestyle. You can study via part-time evening classes or full-time weekdays, or mix this up to fit your study and work schedule.
The Bachelor of Arts/Laws is designed to produce well-rounded graduates ready for legal practice and a range of professional careers in an increasingly global environment. You can pursue a range of careers including:
private practice as a solicitor or barrister
legal officer in the public sector
in-house counsel for a wide range of organisations including corporations, regulatory authorities and NGOs
education
government administration
media and communications
public and policy development
As a graduate of this double degree you will be well placed to develop specialist legal practice in a wide range of fields. This includes education; cultural institutions; commerce and industry; communications; community and charitable organisations; creative industries; social and policy research; and tourism and travel.
As part of this degree you complete up to 160 hours of pro bono work (after your first year), providing you with firsthand experience of the legal system while allowing you to contribute to the common good.
The Bachelor of Arts portion of the double degree gives you the flexibility to study what you are passionate about. There is a range of subjects ACU offers within the following areas:
Business Studies
Drama
History
Literature
Mathematics
Media
Philosophy
Politics
Psychology
Sociology
Theological Studies
Visual Arts.
Completing a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws is excellent preparation for pursuing a career in areas such as:
Education
Government administration
Media and communications
Public and policy development.
Course level | Undergraduate |
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CRICOS Code | 079428G |
Institution Name | Australian Catholic University |
Campus Location | Melbourne, North Sydney |
Institution Type | University |
Course Duration | 5 years full-time or equivalent part-time. |
Course University | Australian Catholic University |
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