Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Studies

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Overview

Build an international legal career and develop competitive skills with cross-cultural relevance in Deakin's Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of International Studies. This combined course brings together two complementary areas of study so you can graduate with intercultural communication skills and legal expertise.

Deakin's hands-on approach to study and practical experience includes opportunities to study abroad, and to build on your classroom learning by working on real cases at the Deakin Law Clinic. Under supervision from qualified solicitors, you will conduct research on legal issues, offer advice and sit in on real courtroom proceedings. Graduate from this accredited course with two in-demand degrees, setting yourself up for an exciting career.

Course information

Prerequisites

Year 12 prerequisites

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

Non-Year 12 prerequisites

As for Year 12 or equivalent, see: www.deakin.edu.au/undergrad-entry.

Majors

Anthropology (Burwood, Waurn Ponds, Online), Arabic (Burwood, Online), Chinese (Burwood, Waurn Ponds, Online), Indonesian (Burwood, Waurn Ponds, Online), International relations (Burwood, Waurn Ponds, Online), Law, Politics and policy studies (Burwood, Waurn Ponds, Online), Spanish (major Burwood, Online; minor, Burwood, Online, Waurn Ponds).

Potential Career Outcomes

Graduates are suitable candidates for a wide range of career opportunities, including: corporate lawyer, crime analyst, criminal lawyer, law reform officer, judge, jury consultant, law academic, legal adviser, mediator, diplomat, federal police officer, trade agreements negotiator, ASIO officer, foreign affairs officer, politician, NGO policy officer.

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the Deakin University website for admission criteria information.

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