Program Overview

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Overview of the Bachelor of Arts/Law Program

The Bachelor of Arts/Law is a five-year undergraduate degree that combines the study of law and arts. This multidisciplinary program provides students with a unique perspective on contemporary issues in law, justice, humanities, social sciences, and more. Students can tailor their degree to their interests, aspirations, and career goals by choosing from 30 disciplines offered by the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Arts/Law contains a total of 240 units of credit (UOC). The program is made up of:

• Law compulsory courses: 96 UOC
• Law prescribed elective: 6 UOC
• Law elective courses: 42 UOC
• Bachelor of Arts: 96 UOC, which includes a major specialization (48 UOC), a minor specialization (36 UOC), and prescribed electives (12 UOC)

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Arts/Law program, students must meet the admission requirements, which include:

• Lowest selection rank: 97.7 + LAT (Law Admission Test)
• A levels: 18 + LAT
• IB Diploma: 42 + LAT
• Lowest ATAR: 85.4*
• English language requirements: Students may be asked to provide evidence of their English proficiency to study at UNSW.

English Language Requirements

Students may be asked to provide evidence of their English proficiency to study at UNSW, depending on their educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments, and examinations.

International Direct Entry

International students can apply for direct entry into the Bachelor of Arts/Law program. The admission requirements for international students include:

• International ATAR: 92.0
• UNSW Foundation Studies GPA: 8.2
• Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels): 15.0
• International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 36.0
• Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT): 1300.0

What Will I Study?

The Bachelor of Arts/Law program requires five years of full-time study and is made up of 40 courses (240 Units of Credit). Students will gain unique skills and critical perspectives that complement their study of law, specializing in two study areas through an eight-course major and a six-course minor.

Study Areas

Students can choose from a range of study areas, including:

• Asian studies
• Criminology
• Creative writing
• English
• Environmental humanities
• European studies
• Film studies
• Geographical studies
• Global development
• History
• Indigenous studies
• Languages
• Linguistics
• Media, culture, and technology
• Music studies
• Philosophy
• Politics and international relations
• Sociology
• Studies in psychology
• Theatre and performance

Future Careers

A double degree in law and arts unlocks doors to a wide range of career opportunities across various industries. Graduates can pursue careers in:

• Academic
• Activist
• Advocate
• Diplomat
• General legal practice
• Government and public policy
• International relations
• International business and finance
• Journalist
• Media consultant
• Politician
• Political strategist
• Policy consultant
• Public servant
• Publisher
• Research assistant

Fees and Scholarships

The indicative fees for the Bachelor of Arts/Law program are:

• 2026 Indicative First Year Full Fee: $15,500*
• 2026 Indicative Full Fee to Complete Degree: $85,000*
• 2026 Indicative First Year Fee (International): $52,500*
• 2026 Indicative Fee to Complete Degree (International): $298,000*

UNSW offers a range of scholarships to support students, including the Joan Brown Memorial Scholarship and the UNSW Law Disability Support Scholarship.