Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice/Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice/Bachelor of Science offered at Flinders University in Adelaide is a double degree programme designed for students who wish to combine a comprehensive legal education with in-depth scientific study. Delivered over six years of full-time study, this programme provides a solid grounding in Australian law and legal practice, alongside the ability to select a science specialisation aligned with your interests and career goals.

The qualification typically consists of core legal units, which cover fundamental areas such as contract law, criminal law, property law, and evidence, alongside units in ethical legal practice and professional skills. The science component enables you to choose from subject offerings across fields like biology, chemistry, environmental science, or physics. Each year, students enrol in a suite of individual units of study that contribute to the total credit points required for completion, as specified by the university. The programme structure is balanced to allow for both focused legal training and scientific expertise, culminating in a legal practice placement or equivalent capstone to ensure professional readiness.

Students develop a unique blend of analytical, research, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, equipping them for complex roles at the intersection of law and science. Important practical experience is gained through industry placements, case studies, and exposure to real-world legal and scientific issues. Flinders University maintains strong links with the legal profession and scientific communities in South Australia, and students benefit from opportunities to participate in industry projects and engage with leading practitioners and researchers.

This double degree is ideally suited to individuals who are passionate about both legal studies and the sciences, and who aspire to careers that leverage interdisciplinary knowledge, for example, intellectual property law, environmental regulation, or forensic science. International applicants are required to demonstrate English proficiency, typically an IELTS Academic overall score of 7.0 or equivalent for law programmes. Students on a Student visa are eligible to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) upon graduation. For the most up-to-date details, refer to the official university website.

• Solicitor or barrister (upon meeting local admission requirements)
• Legal adviser in environmental, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical organisations
• Policy officer or regulatory officer in government or NGOs
• Intellectual property consultant or patent examiner
• Science communicator or analyst in legal and scientific research organisations
• Compliance officer in environmental or healthcare industries