Bachelor's
Bachelor of Arts / Laws (Honours) – UQ
Course Overview
The University of Queensland’s Bachelor of Arts / Laws (Honours) combines the study of law with the humanities and social sciences, enabling students to develop a broad understanding of legal systems within cultural, historical, and political contexts. Students can specialise in disciplines such as politics, history, philosophy, languages, sociology, or international studies while completing honours-level legal education.
The program emphasizes legal reasoning, interdisciplinary analysis, ethical decision-making, and persuasive communication. Practical experiences, including legal research, advocacy, and community engagement, strengthen professional competence. Graduates pursue careers in legal practice, diplomacy, government, policy development, journalism, and international organisations.
Entry Requirements
- Academic Records: Completion of 10 + 2 qualification with top-tier rank (e.g., ATAR ~99.5+ or equivalent).
- English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 overall (minimum 7.0 in all sub-scores), TOEFL iBT 105, PTE 76.
- Prerequisites / Knowledge: Mathematics Advanced plus secondary science prerequisites (Chemistry/Physics).
- Application Materials: Certified 10 + 2 transcripts, high school marksheets, and passport copy.
- Waterford Institute of TechnologySyllabus documentation for secondary science and math prerequisite subjects.
Career Outcomes
- Lawyer
- Human Rights Advocate
- Government Legal Officer
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Consultant
Scholarship Available
- Yes (UQ International High Achievers Scholarship
- UQ Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship
- Faculty Scholarships)
