James Cook University
5 years full-time
Prepare yourself for a successful career with a degree that broadens your understanding of the scientific world as well as the legal field. Your Bachelor of Science-Bachelor of Laws from JCU will give you the legal skills and scientific background you need to work in anything from bioethics to conservation or even national security.
Applicants awarded an ATAR of 66.5 and above will be guaranteed entry into this course, but need to meet the course subject prerequisites of English (Units 3/4,C), and recommended knowledge of Chemistry, General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C).
In your science degree, study under the guidance of JCU's leading science experts. Benefit from opportunities to undertake real-world research in World Heritage listed reef and rainforest environments. Choose a science major that compliments your goals, such as Aquaculture Science and Technology, Chemistry, Data Science, Mathematics, Zoology and Ecology, Molecular and Cell Biology or Marine Biology. In your law degree, take advantage of JCU's community links and strong support from the legal profession, which contribute to providing an authentic learning environment.
JCU is a leading institution for science and law education in the Tropics, with world-class facilities, expert lecturers, and strong industry connections. The interdisciplinary nature of this joint degree will equip you with the skills and knowledge to tackle complex challenges at the intersection of science and law.
Graduates of this joint degree will be eligible to work as a solicitor with a degree accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board, or go on to take the Bar Exams and practice as a barrister. You could also work as an adviser or researcher at technology firms, help communities achieve sustainable growth and development as an environmental lawyer, work as an in-house counsel for corporations, or advise governments on climate change legislation and copyright law.
Course fee
Start date
You will be redirected to the training provider to enquire directly. Workinitiatives is not the course or training provider. We aggregate and list courses only.