Bachelor of Media and Communications/Bachelor of Laws
University of New England
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Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
UNE’s Bachelor of Media and Communications/Bachelor of Laws offers you the opportunity to combine your law studies with a highly sought-after understanding of our rapidly changing global media culture.
This unique dual degree broadens your career prospects, providing you access to fulfilling roles in not only legal and media sectors, but to diverse prospects in a variety of sectors. Graduate from this course future-fit to think laterally and problem-solve — qualities that are in demand by employers navigating the dynamically shifting landscape of work.
Areas of study
Law, legal studies, film, media and culture, publishing, television production, writing.
Career opportunities
Admission to legal practice as a solicitor/barrister (with the required workplace training), positions in legal aid agencies, advocacy organisations, commercial firms, government departments, human resources, creative industries.
Journalism, radio and television, film, public relations, marketing, social media, corporate writing, public sector research and administration, communication strategy, marketing messaging.
Professional recognition
Accredited by the NSW Legal Profession Admission Board.
Fees and charges
Refer to UNE current fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English.
Guaranteed ATAR: 80.00
Other applicants
Refer to UNE general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the University of New England.
University of New England degrees
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (trimester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Review of programs
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review. For up-to-date details, visit the University of New England courses.
Honours
Applicants should note that under the revised Australian Qualifications Framework some programs with honours are four-year programs available with direct entry. Other programs are three-year bachelor degree programs. Meritorious students have the option to apply for an additional one-year end-on honours component after graduation. Check the course descriptions carefully.