Bachelor of Fine Arts/Laws – UNSW Sydney

Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts Full Time

Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Laws

at University of New South Wales · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

078552A

CRICOS provider code

00098G

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$289,500 total

Per year

A$57,900/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Laws at the University of New South Wales in Sydney is a unique double degree that allows students to combine creative and critical skills in visual arts with rigorous legal education. The programme spans five years of full-time study, opening pathways that intersect two traditionally separate disciplines. Students undertake an integrated curriculum structured in semesters, completing units of study in both Fine Arts and Law, earning credit points towards both degrees.

In the Fine Arts component, students explore a range of visual arts practices, such as painting, sculpture, digital media, and installation, while also deepening their understanding of art theory, history, and professional practice. The Laws component offers foundational and advanced legal subjects across areas like constitutional law, criminal law, property law, and international law. The law degree at Australian institutions typically includes a capstone experience that strengthens research, analytical, and advocacy skills essential for legal practice.

Practical learning is integral, with opportunities for work-integrated learning, including professional placements and internships. Students develop highly transferable skills: creative problem-solving, visual literacy, legal research, critical thinking, ethical judgement, and effective communication. This double degree is ideal for those interested in careers that bridge the creative industries and the legal profession, including intellectual property law, arts administration, and policy development.

Australian qualifications like this double degree are well-regarded by employers nationwide. After graduating, eligible international students can apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) under the post-study work stream to gain work experience in Australia. During the course, students benefit from industry links and partnerships, and international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying. Entry for international students requires evidencing English proficiency, as outlined by the university's requirements. Please confirm all course details on the official university page.

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

Intellectual property lawyer within creative industries
Arts and cultural policy advisor
Art gallery or museum manager
Media and entertainment law specialist
Corporate counsel for creative businesses
Curatorial and arts administration roles
Advocacy and legal reform in the arts sector
Legal roles in government, NGOs, and private practice

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Laws at University of New South Wales?

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

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$289,500 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Intellectual property lawyer within creative industriesArts and cultural policy advisorArt gallery or museum managerMedia and entertainment law specialistCorporate counsel for creative businessesCuratorial and arts administration rolesAdvocacy and legal reform in the arts sectorL...

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