Program Overview

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Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/ Bachelor of Laws

The Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/Bachelor of Laws at the University of Canberra provides students with knowledge of the principles, concepts, and issues shaping the world. This double degree combines the study of politics and international relations with a law degree, allowing students to develop a deep understanding of the historical and current systems of Australian politics and public policy.

About this Course

This course focuses on the principles, concepts, and issues that are shaping Australia's national security and the world. It explores corporate and commercial law, practical legal problem-solving, and the challenges of modern terrorism and contemporary regional politics in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. Students will learn about democratically informed citizenship, contemporary issues in politics and policy, national security, and the implications of neoliberal policy ascendency in Australia.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank, which can be achieved through Year 12 ATAR, other Australian qualifications, work experience, or overseas qualifications. The University also offers alternative entry initiatives and pathways.

Course Requirements

The course requires 120 credit points, including:

• Major in Law Foundation (CM0015) - 24 credit points
• Major in Legal Practice (CM0016) - 24 credit points
• Core Major in Government and Policy (CM0008) - 24 credit points
• Law Electives Major (SM0033) - 24 credit points
• Specialist Major in Politics and International Relations (SM0030) - 24 credit points

Majors

The course includes several majors, including:

• Major in Legal Practice (CM0016)
• Core Major in Government and Policy (CM0008)
• Law Electives Major (SM0033)
• Major in Law Foundation (CM0015)
• Specialist Major in Politics and International Relations (SM0030)

Awards

The course leads to the awards of Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Bachelor of Politics and International Relations (B Politics&IntlRel).

Honours

The course has an embedded honours program, which allows high-achieving students to enrol in the unit Honours Law (6cp) in place of two law electives in their final year.

Related Courses

Related courses include:

• Bachelor of Laws (SCB101)
• Bachelor of Politics and International Relations (SCB201)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course will have a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• Diplomacy
• Policy advising
• Law firms
• Public sector
• Politics
• Media, communications, public affairs, and public relations
• Community sector
• Private legal practice
• Domestic or international business
• Management
• Education and research

Course Duration

The standard duration of the course is 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent, with a maximum of 10 years from the date of enrolment to the date of course completion.

Learning Outcomes

The learning outcomes for this course are listed in the individual course descriptions.

Enrolment Data

Enrolment data for this course is available for the year 2023, with 84 students enrolled at the University of Canberra, Bruce campus.

Inherent Requirements

In addition to course requirements, students must meet the inherent requirements for this course, which are listed in the inherent requirements statement applicable to the course.