Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) | Newcastle

Bachelor Honours Degree Law (JD) Full Time

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

at University of Newcastle · Newcastle, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

023104B

CRICOS provider code

00109J

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$219,340 total

Per year

A$43,868/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at the University of Newcastle is a combined degree designed for students seeking a comprehensive education in both the liberal arts and the legal profession. Spanning five years of full-time study, the programme integrates the study of law with a rich selection of arts disciplines, fostering critical thinking, advanced communication, and nuanced analytical skills. The degree structure includes a set of core law subjects alongside a major or minors within the arts, allowing students to tailor their studies to suit their interests and career goals.

Australian bachelor honours degrees, such as this qualification, typically include advanced coursework and an honours research thesis component in law. Over the course of the programme, students complete a series of units of study, each allocated a specific number of credit points. The law curriculum emphasises foundational legal knowledge, statutory interpretation, advocacy, ethics, and practical legal training. Arts units cover humanities and social sciences, such as history, philosophy, media, or languages, depending on chosen majors or electives.

Work-integrated learning is an important element, and students can have opportunities for professional placements, legal clinics, or internships with Newcastle’s regional legal firms and broader industry partners. This practical experience, combined with a focus on research and analytical rigour in the honours stream, ensures graduates gain a well-rounded skill set prized by employers. The programme is ideal for those with strong academic ability who wish to pursue careers in the legal sector or related fields requiring advanced critical analysis, problem-solving and communication skills.

International students should note the need to meet English proficiency standards, with an IELTS Academic requirement of 7.0–7.5 for law. Refer to the official page for full admission, structure, and placement requirements, as these may be updated. Students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying, and graduates could be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream in Australia.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Solicitor or barrister in Australian legal practice
Policy analyst or adviser in government or non-profits
Corporate legal counsel in the private sector
Roles in media, communications, or public relations
Human resources or industrial relations specialist
Community legal centre advocate
Researcher or academic (with further study)
Public service roles across NSW and Australian agencies

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at University of Newcastle?

It typically takes 5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$219,340 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or barrister in Australian legal practicePolicy analyst or adviser in government or non-profitsCorporate legal counsel in the private sectorRoles in media, communications, or public relationsHuman resources or industrial relations specialistCommunity legal centre advoca...

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