UNSW Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Laws | Sydney

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Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Laws

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

CRICOS course code

085128C

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 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$353,000 total

Per year

A$58,833/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Laws at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney is an intensive program combining in-depth music studies with comprehensive legal education. This six-year double degree is designed for students seeking to blend creative and analytical skills, equipping graduates for versatile careers in both the arts and legal sectors.

The program is structured over twelve semesters, with students completing a set number of units of study each term to accumulate the required credit points for both degrees. Music studies typically cover areas such as performance, composition, musicology, and technology, encouraging both individual artistry and collaborative work. The Law component develops critical legal knowledge, research and advocacy capabilities, and an understanding of the Australian legal system, including electives that allow for areas of specialisation.

Throughout the course, students gain practical experience through performances, ensembles, moot courts, and legal clinics. Work-integrated learning opportunities, such as internships and industry placements, are a core feature, especially in the Law stream, bridging academic learning with professional practice in legal and musical settings. Culminating capstone projects may involve major recitals or substantial legal research papers.

This double degree suits students contemplating multifaceted career paths in music, law, or roles that combine both, such as entertainment law. Graduates benefit from the specialist resources of a public Australian university in a vibrant city, direct links to Sydney’s cultural and legal industries, and a qualification recognised within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Entry requires evidence of English proficiency, meeting law’s higher requirement. International students should confirm all admission and structure details on the official UNSW or CRICOS pages.

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 (with required accreditation)
In-house legal adviser to arts organisations
Entertainment and media lawyer
Music industry management or administration
Performer, composer, or music educator
Intellectual property lawyer
Roles in arts policy, government, and advocacy

Graduates may pursue careers in Australia's legal sector, cultural industries, government agencies, and arts management, supported by post-study work rights (Temporary Graduate visa, subclass 485) and eligibility to work 48 hours per fortnight while studying.

Frequently asked questions

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

It typically takes 6 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 (with required accreditation)In-house legal adviser to arts organisationsEntertainment and media lawyerMusic industry management or administrationPerformer, composer, or music educatorIntellectual property lawyerRoles in arts policy, government, and advocac...

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