Bachelor of Music (Honours)/Law (Honours) at UNSW

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Bachelor of Music (Honours) / Law (Honours)

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

CRICOS course code

106821D

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

6.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$353,000 total

Per year

A$55,624/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Music (Honours) / Law (Honours) at the University of New South Wales is a comprehensive double degree designed for students with strong interests in both music and legal studies. Over 6.5 years of full-time study, students complete two rigorous honours programs, with the music component nurturing creative performance, composition, musicology, or music education, while the law component develops in-depth legal reasoning, advocacy, and professional skills. The curriculum is structured through a series of units of study, each carrying a specific number of credit points that contribute toward graduation.

Within the music stream, students progress through core studies in practical music, music theory, and research, culminating in an Honours-level capstone project or thesis that allows for advanced creative or scholarly exploration. In law, students cover foundational and elective law units, gaining a deep and broad legal education, and undertake an Honours thesis, reflecting advanced legal research abilities. Practical experience is emphasised through professional placements and work-integrated learning opportunities, as is typical for Australian law degrees, providing industry exposure essential to legal practice.

This combined degree develops a diverse suite of skills, including critical thinking, creative expression, legal analysis, research, advocacy, and professional communication. Students learn to engage with Australia's vibrant music and legal sectors, benefiting from UNSW's connections to the legal profession, court systems, and thriving arts scene in Sydney. The program suits highly motivated individuals eager to build dual expertise, whether their aspirations lie in legal practice, arts law, creative industries, or cultural policy.

International students should note the English proficiency requirements (including IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and equivalent qualifications), and confirm all course and English language details on the official UNSW and CRICOS websites. Work rights of 48 hours per fortnight during study and eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-graduation provide valuable opportunities for international graduates 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 the Australian legal profession
Arts lawyer or specialist in intellectual property law
Music industry manager, producer, or performer
Policy adviser for government or cultural organisations
Academic researcher or educator in law or music
Roles in arts administration and cultural event management

Graduates are sought after across Australia's legal, creative, government, and cultural industries.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Music (Honours) / Law (Honours) at University of New South Wales?

It typically takes 6.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$353,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Solicitor or barrister in the Australian legal professionArts lawyer or specialist in intellectual property lawMusic industry manager, producer, or performerPolicy adviser for government or cultural organisationsAcademic researcher or educator in law or musicRoles in arts adminis...

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