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Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws

Explore the intersection of science and law as you examine the foundations of interdisciplinary fields such as environmental law, bioethics and sustainability policies. Benefit from hands-on experience in research locations within the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, along with professional placements in the legal industry. You'll graduate eligible for admission to practise law in Queensland and your interdisciplinary experience will empower you to embrace challenges in a broad range of industries.

5 Stars

for median graduate salary 2024 Good Universities Guide, UG Science

Transferable skills

Expand employability opportunities through elevated thinking

5 Stars

for learner engagement 2024 Good Universities Guide, UG Science

Commencing

  • Townsville: February, July
  • Cairns: February, July

Fees

$11,976.00+

+estimated annual Commonwealth Supported Fee for a full-time study load


Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Fee deferral and scholarships available if eligible

Duration

5 years full-time

Entry Requirements

ATAR 66.5

English (Units 3/4,C),

Recommended Knowledge

Chemistry, General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C) – Mathematical Methods recommended for the Majors in Maths, Physics, and Data Science

QTAC Codes

  • 311541
  • 321541

Course detail

Real stories

  • Student of Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws

    Student

    Akari Fellows

    Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws

    I plan to specialise in marine science and what better place to study that than JCU, which is a leader in marine science. Also, the law degree has great connections with the legal profession and I'm very interested to gain valuable experience in a law firm. The experience could take me anywhere in the world.

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    Lecturer

    Associate Professor Louise Floyd

    Lecturer, Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws

    With world-leading marine biologists; award-winning scientists; & lawyers respected by Australia’s legal profession, JCU BSciLLB is a great choice for students seeking a challenge. Medical negligence expertise; the law on robots & work; forensic criminology & environmental law are just some of the doors that may open.

  • Alumni

    William Evans

    Commercial Litigation Partner - Connolly Suthers Lawyers

    JCU Science and Law graduates have skills that are very transferable. The analytical and report-writing skills developed through this joint degree help graduates in their approach to complex problems that are regularly presented within the legal industry.