Program Overview

Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)/Bachelor of Laws

The Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)/Bachelor of Laws is a rigorous and stimulating intellectual program that provides students with the option of combining professional legal education with a liberal arts degree in western civilisation. This five-year, full-time degree allows students to expand their knowledge and skills drawn from the humanities, arts, and social sciences.

Overview

The degree is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of western civilisation and its impact on modern society. Students will explore the history, philosophy, literature, and politics of western civilisation, while also gaining a comprehensive education in law.

Course Structure

To complete the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)/Bachelor of Laws, students must complete 400 credit points. The course is comprised of:

• Law Specified Units (240 credit points)
• Western Civilisation Specified Units (80 credit points)
• Law Elective Units (40 credit points)
• Western Civilisation Elective Units (40 credit points)

Course Map

The course map outlines the units students will complete each semester. The course is designed to be completed over five years, with students completing 40 credit points per semester.

Graduate Statement

As an ACU graduate, students will have personal insight founded on an understanding of who they are as a professional, a citizen, and a scholar. They will be empowered to seek truth and meaning, drawing on the principles of justice, equity, and the dignity of all human beings.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy, which includes meeting a minimum ATAR requirement. To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)/Bachelor of Laws, applicants must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:

• English (Advanced) (Band 2) or English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD)

Entry into this course is based on a combination of a written submission (personal statement essay), an interview, and academic performance.

Pathways

A student who has completed at least 120 credit points of law units with a grade point average of 5.75 and above may apply to complete an honours degree.

Fees

The average first-year fee for the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)/Bachelor of Laws is $15,810 (CSP). The University reviews fees annually.

Scholarships

ACU is offering Ramsay Scholarships to students undertaking this degree, funded by the Ramsay Centre, each valued at up to $160,000 ($32,000 per year of the degree).

Staff Profile

The course is led by Professor Peter Anstey, Director of the Western Civilisation Program, and Dr. Amanda Alexander, Associate Professor in the Thomas More Law School.

Testimonial

"I was inspired to study the Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) because I wanted the ability to study multiple disciplines at once, including history, philosophy, and political science. I also love the emphasis ACU has on small class sizes and how this allows students to develop closer relationships with academic staff." - Emily, Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) student.