Bachelor of Media/Laws (Honours) at UNSW Sydney

Bachelor's Degree Mass Communication Full Time

Bachelor of Media/Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

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

CRICOS course code

110673K

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 Media/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at the University of New South Wales is a comprehensive double degree programme designed for students seeking to combine legal expertise with advanced understanding of the media landscape. Over five years of full-time study in Sydney, students undertake a structured curriculum that includes core law units, a selection of specialised media studies, as well as elective options to develop both a legal and media-based skillset.

This double degree is structured with a blend of compulsory and elective units of study, each carrying designated credit points toward the total requirement for graduation. The laws component culminates with an honours thesis or research project, providing rigorous training in legal research and critical analysis. Additionally, students benefit from work-integrated learning opportunities, such as legal clinics, media internships, or placements, connecting theoretical knowledge with industry practices and professional networks specific to the Australian context.

Through this programme, students gain core legal skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, legal research, and advocacy, while also developing a strong foundation in communication, media production, digital literacy, and media law. Such an interdisciplinary education equips graduates to analyse complex legal and media issues, draft policy, and communicate persuasively across platforms. The degree is well suited to individuals who aspire to careers at the intersection of law, media, journalism, communications policy, or entertainment, and for those valuing versatility and leadership capacity in dynamic sectors.

International students must provide acceptable evidence of English proficiency, such as IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or equivalent. Australian student visa regulations permit students to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods, with potential access to the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after course completion, supporting further professional experience in Australia's legal and media industries. For exact details and admission requirements, consult the official UNSW course 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

Solicitor or Barrister in Australian legal practice
Media policy adviser within government or regulatory agencies
Corporate communications and legal counsel for media organisations
Investigative journalist with legal expertise
Content strategist for broadcasting or digital publishing companies
Legal consultant in intellectual property or entertainment law firms
Roles in public relations, advocacy, and compliance within Australian industries

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Media/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) 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?

Solicitor or Barrister in Australian legal practiceMedia policy adviser within government or regulatory agenciesCorporate communications and legal counsel for media organisationsInvestigative journalist with legal expertiseContent strategist for broadcasting or digital publishing...

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