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Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)

Where law and media intersect

Acquire the knowledge and ability for two professions in this double degree. The journalism component produces journalists with a strong sense of ethics and practical skills in print, broadcast and digital media. From the first year you will engage in active learning experiences and gain practical legal skills such as observing volunteer lawyers conduct client interviews at an advice clinic operated by Suncoast Community Legal Service.

Study location
  • Sippy Downs
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
098467K
Commence
Semester 1, Semester 2
Program length (full-time)
5 years
Annual tuition fee 2019
$23,200
Estimated total tuition fee *
$116,000
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
  • ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.
Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 018271
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 9 Rank - 82
UniSC program code
AR316
Commence
Semester 1, Semester 2
Duration
5 years full time or equivalent part time ^
Study mode
Blended Learning
Prerequisites
English (4,SA)
Fee type 2019
  • What will I pay?
Total courses
40
Total units
480 units
Footnotes
  • ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.

Acquire the knowledge and ability for two professions in this double degree. The journalism component produces journalists with a strong sense of ethics and practical skills in print, broadcast and digital media. From the first year you will engage in active learning experiences and gain practical legal skills such as observing volunteer lawyers conduct client interviews at an advice clinic operated by Suncoast Community Legal Service.

In this program you will:

  • Develop cutting-edge problem-solving and communication skills to work across a range of media platforms.
  • Cover all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia.
  • Research answers to legal problems, prepare advice, present legal argument, observe court proceedings, and take part in simulated court presentations in our new Moot Court venue.
  • Develop your skills by working with Legal Service clients under legal supervision in law professional practice and also complete a journalism internship.
  • Have the option to complete Law Honours, usually without extending the time required to complete your degree.
Career opportunities:
  • Solicitor
  • Government Legal Officer
  • Journalist
  • Digital communications officer
  • Communications officer – corporate or government
  • Technical writer

Program structure

Bachelor of Laws courses
Introductory courses (4) 48 units

LAW101 Cell Biology
LAW102 Human Physiology
LAW103 Introduction to Nutrition
LAW104 Food in Society

Developing and Graduate courses (20) 240 units

14 required courses (168 units)

LAW201 Public Health Foundations
LAW202 Chemistry
LAW203 Food Studies
LAW204 Active Lifestyle Nutrition
LAW205 Public Health Nutrition
LAW206 Principles of Nutrition
LAW301 Food, Nutrition and Menu Design
LAW302 Food and the Consumer
LAW303 Nutrition Communication
LAW304 Project Management for Nutrition Practice
LAW401 Complementary Approaches to Food and Nutrition
LAW402 Nutrition Practicum
LAW403 Foundations of Australian Law A
LAW404 Foundations of Australian Law B

PLUS select 6 elective courses (72 units) from:

LAW307 Criminal Law and Procedure A
LAW310 Criminal Law and Procedure B
LAW311 Torts A
LAW312 Torts B
LAW313 Contracts A
LAW315 Contracts B
LAW318 Property A
LAW405 Property B
LAW406 Constitutional Law
LAW407 Equity & Trusts
LAW408 Corporations Law
LAW409 Civil Procedure
LAW410 Administrative Law
LAW411 Professional Conduct
LAW412 Evidence
LAW414 Regulation
LAW415 Commercial Law
LAW416 Children & the Law
LAW417 Law Professional Practice
LAW418 Competition and Consumer Law
LAW419 Building & Construction Law
LAW420 Indigenous Legal Issues

The following 2 elective courses (24 units) are only available to students who have been accepted into honours in Law:
LAW440 Advocacy
LAW441 Legal Dispute Resolution

Please note: Semester offerings for Law elective courses are subject to change and are dependent on student demand. For more information on elective availability please contact your Program Coordinator.

Journalism courses
Introductory courses (5) 60 units

CMN101 Planning and Environment Law
CMN106 Elder Law and Succession
CMN130 Intellectual Property
CMN150 Taxation
COR109 Public International Law

Developing and Graduate courses (11) 132 units

CMN202 Private International Law
CMN228 International Human Rights Law
CMN235 Legal Internship
CMN237 Sports Law
CMN240 International Commercial Disputes
CMN277 Employment Law
CMN302 Health Law
CMN305 Family Law
CMN312 Anti-Discrimination Law
CMN313 Honours Research Methods, Design and Confirmation
CMN330 Law Honours Thesis

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 480

Program requirements and notes

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 488 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Complete no more than 15 introductory level courses, including core courses
Program Notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 units per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on Student visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses
  • Semester offerings for Law elective courses are subject to change and are dependant on student demand. For more information on elective availability please contact your Program Coordinator
  • Honours in Law is available for high performing students and approval from the Program Coordinator