Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
Degree Level Undergraduate
Year 2019
You’re considered an International student if you are a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
Degree Level Undergraduate
Year 2019
Program Code
DHLD
Prerequisites
None
Assumed Knowledge
None
Fees
2019: AUD$ 31,000 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)
2020: AUD$ 32,600 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)
Admissions
Student Profile
International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
089091A
The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.
Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
OR
Work and life experience
Bangladesh HSC | 5 |
Canada High School (OSSD) | 90 |
Eynesbury FSP | 415 |
German Abitur | 1.3 |
India (best 4) | 88 |
Kenya KCSE (average) | A |
Malaysia STPM (best 3) | 12 |
Malaysia UEC | 20 |
Norway GPA | 5 |
Pakistan HSSC | 90 |
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3) | 12 |
Sweden GPA | 18 |
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board | 12 |
Vietnam | 9.5 |
Australia | 90 |
IB (best 6) | 37 |
USA SAT (1600) | 1465 |
HKDSE | 22 |
Nepal NEB | 3.21 |
12019 THE Subject Rankings. 2Ranked #81, 2019 THE Subject Rankings. 32015 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
Gain a competitive edge by combining law with accounting and graduate with two degrees in just five years.
A double degree expands your knowledge and opens doors to a broad range of career opportunities.
You will graduate with professional honours, an advanced understanding of legal principles of Australian law and the latest legal concepts in Accounting. This legal expertise, combined with the knowledge and skills you’ll gain from your specialisation, will set you on track for a leadership career.
In your law studies you’ll gain practical real-world experience by undertaking an industry or clinic placement, a law reform project or high-level research in your final year. You’ll also be involved in mock-trials in our moot court, learning what it’s like to act as an advocate and argue a case before a judge. You can also gain valuable experience at our on-campus Legal Advice Clinic, solving legal problems of real clients under the guidance of a managing solicitor.
Our accounting degree is contemporary and very respected in the workplace. In your studies you’ll develop strong business knowledge, and skills in financial accounting, taxation, company law, and auditing. You’ll also learn about the current economic, legal and political influences affecting global business.
If you wish to practise law, you should also familiarise yourself with the requirements for admission as a legal practitioner in South Australia.
This degree is made up of 40 courses. You will do 24 courses in law and 16 courses in commerce (accounting).
From your first few weeks as a law student you'll undertake practical courses and see what it's like to argue a case and provide legal advice. You’ll gain valuable skills that you can apply in reasoning, reporting, analysis, negotiation, communication and advocacy to resolve complex legal problems.
Throughout your degree you will study core courses that teach you the fundamental legal concepts that underpin the Australian legal system. Courses such as torts, contracts, criminal law and constitutional law will give you a good understanding of basic legal principles.
Through practical learning experiences including mooting and witness examination, you will be prepared for legal practice upon graduation.
You'll also be able to choose from an industry or clinic placement, a law reform project or high-level research in your final year.
You will study core courses from the Business School in areas such as accounting and economic theory. These courses will give you a solid grasp of business fundamentals. You will also learn the latest in specialist areas such as:
Through your choice of electives you can expand your knowledge in an area of professional interest such as environmental law, sports law, family law and human rights law.
With our Law degree ranked No.1 in South Australia1, in the top 100 in the world2, and our research in the area of law recognised as above world-class3, you will be learning from experts. Learn from those at the forefront of the legal profession with our teaching staff committed to developing not only your knowledge, but your confidence.
Our innovative combination of smaller class sizes, practice-based learning and courtroom-like facilities deliver a learning experience that takes you beyond the theory of law. You will graduate with professional honours and an advanced understanding of legal principles, including the opportunity to experience an industry or clinic placement, undertake a law reform project or conduct high level research in your final year.
In our on-campus Legal Advice Clinic you’ll gain valuable experience, solving the legal problems of real clients under the guidance of a managing solicitor.
You'll benefit from our strong links with the accounting profession in industry and and research. Our accounting researchers produce research of international significance and establish strong relationships with world-class research partners. Through connections like this, our accounting degree remains contemporary and respected in the workplace.
Our study options and extra-curricular opportunities are designed to suit your lifestyle, preferred way of learning and career interests. You can benefit from full-time or part-time learning, two study intakes, Summer and Winter School intensive courses, mentoring and networking opportunities, as well as accelerated learning pathways.
You can also join our active student community with the UniSA Law Students Association (USALSA) – an independent body that provides educational and vocational support, and hosts a variety of social and networking events.
12019 THE Subject Rankings. 2Ranked #81, 2019 THE Subject Rankings. 32015 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
At the UniSA Business School, you'll learn invaluable transferrable employability skills to future-proof your career - see where a degree in Law could take you.
Employment for legal professionals in Australia is projected to increase by 17.8 per cent between now and November 20201.
Your career options could include:
If you wish to seek admission to practise law in South Australia you must satisfy a number of specified course requirements in your degree, followed by the completion of Practical Legal Training.
1Australian Government Department of Employment, Occupational Employment Projections 2015.
The Law degree is accredited by the Bar Council of India. Indian students studying in Australia can have their Law Degree recognised for the purposes of a legal career in their home country. Students who wish to be admitted in India are advised to consult with the Bar Council about what bridging courses they may need to complete.
The program is accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and satisfies the educational requirements for entry into the Chartered Accountants Program.
The program is accredited by CPA Australia and satisfies the educational requirements for entry into the CPA Program.
How to apply for international students will give you helpful information about the application process at the University of South Australia. When you are ready, apply through our International Application System. If you would like to talk to someone near you about studying at the University of South Australia, we have agents all over the world who can assist you. Find an Education Agent in your country.
Australian
There are other pathways you can follow to study this degree.
An alternative entry option is available through the Foundation Studies program or the Diploma in Business with UniSA College, subject to Grade Point Average (GPA) requirements.
You could also consider the Bachelor of Business (Legal Studies).
International
There are other pathways you can follow to study this degree. You could consider the Bachelor of Business (Legal Studies).
Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.
Recipients can get a 50% reduction on tuition fees for up to four years of full-time study for selected degrees.
Recipients can get a 25% reduction on tuition fees for their first year of study for selected degrees.
As a student at the University of South Australia you will have unique access to work placement opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events, internships, guest speakers and more.
Our campuses have fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and areas that simulate real work environments. But you’ll also discover that your journey at UniSA is about social experiences, healthy living and getting involved. You’ll find student gyms, community clinics, tech zones and chill-out spaces. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you are keen to explore the social side of university life, there are movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and loads more.
Adelaide has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation or private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages for plenty of options. If you need somewhere to live, our new student accommodation by urbanest is on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal perfect location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.
I teach and research in private law – primarily Equity, Trusts, Property and Contract Law. I have recently taken on a new course which considers Legal Ethics and the Legal Profession. I am also engaged in several research projects with colleagues from UniSA; one which is looking at online courts to improve access to justice, and another where we are writing a Legal Ethics Problems handbook for use by students and teachers.
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
You can access our online International Application System through our How to Apply page. The International Application System is an easy and secure online application and acceptance process. You will have visibility of your application through the secure online portal with the ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment.
Alternatively you can submit an application through one of the University's registered Education Agents.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC http://www.satac.edu.au/.
If you are applying for the UniSA Study Abroad or Study Abroad Plus program, you can submit your application online here.
Postgraduate study by research
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit http://unisa.edu.au/resdegrees.
There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks from the date that we receive your application and all required supporting documentation.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC. Key dates for applications can be found here.
You may be eligible to receive credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area at an equivalent or higher level. Receiving credit will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.
The amount of credit you may be eligible to receive is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions team.
The best way to determine your eligibility to receive credit or advanced standing is to apply using our International Application System which can be found on our How to Apply page. You will need to supply detailed syllabus documents with your application.
UniSA welcomes the opportunity to speak with you regarding your study options. Our staff are able to talk to you about degree information, career outcomes and pathways, entry requirements, applications, and student life, so that you are able to make the best study decision for your future.
Click here to book a 1:1 appointment with one of our enquiries team.
We also have many events throughout the year in Australia and overseas where you can speak with UniSA representatives about your area of interest. View our calendar of events in your home country by selecting the 'International' filter.