Where law and media connect
Acquire the knowledge and ability for two professions in this double degree. The journalism component produces journalists with a strong sense of ethics, and practical skills in print, broadcast and digital media. At the same time, you will cover all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia. From first year, you will engage in active learning experiences and gain practical legal skills.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2024 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.
- ^It is recommended that students planning to study part-time apply for the Bachelor of Laws rather than a double degree.
Acquire the knowledge and ability for two professions in this double degree. The journalism component produces journalists with a strong sense of ethics, and practical skills in print, broadcast and digital media. At the same time, you will cover all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia. From first year, you will engage in active learning experiences and gain practical legal skills.
In this program you will:
- Develop cutting-edge problem-solving and communication skills to work across a range of media platforms.
- Cover all the academic courses required for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia.
- Research answers to legal problems, prepare advice, present legal argument, observe court proceedings, and take part in simulated court presentations in USC's Moot Court.
- Develop your skills by working with Legal Service clients under legal supervision in law professional practice and also complete a journalism internship.
- Have the option to complete Law Honours, usually without extending the time required to complete your degree.
Career opportunities:
- Solicitor
- Government legal officer
- Journalist
- Digital communications officer
- Communications officer – corporate or government
- Technical writer
Program structure
Law courses
Introductory courses (4) 48 units
LAW101 Indonesian B
LAW102 Languages and Linguistics
LAW103 Indonesian C
LAW104 In-Country Indonesian Studies A
Developing and Graduate courses (20) 240 units
14 required courses (168 units)
LAW201 Elements of Design
LAW202 Fundamentals of Photography
LAW203 Drawing Practice
LAW204 Introduction to Games Programming
LAW205 Art, Design and Digital Culture
LAW206 Design Methods
LAW301 Design Futures
LAW302 Introduction to Interactive Media
LAW303 Responsive Design and Technology
LAW304 Creative Engagement
LAW401 Creative and Interactive Advertising
LAW402 Interactive Technologies and Environments
LAW403 Design Capstone
LAW404 Work Integrated Learning Project
PLUS select 6 elective courses (72 units) from:
Not all electives are offered every year. For a list of current Law elective courses click HERE.
LAW307 Work Integrated Learning Placement
LAW310 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
LAW311 Communication for the Creative Professional
LAW312 Elements of Design
LAW313 Drawing Practice
LAW315 Art, Design and Digital Culture
LAW318 Design Methods
LAW405 Fundamentals of Photography
LAW406 Screen Media Production
LAW407 Design Futures
LAW408 Introduction to Interactive Media
LAW409 Responsive Design and Wearable Technologies
LAW410 Creative Engagement
LAW411 Sensing Environments
LAW412 Interactive Technologies and Environments
LAW414 Work Integrated Learning Project
LAW415 Design Capstone
LAW416 Think Health
LAW417 Introductory Bioscience
LAW418 Introduction to Behavioural Health
LAW419 Science Research Methods
LAW420 Anatomy and Physiology
LAW421 Environment and Health
LAW422 Public Health Foundations
The following 2 elective courses (24 units) are only available to students who have been accepted into honours in Law:
LAW440 Biodiversity and Ecology
LAW441 Justice and the Australian Legal System
Journalism courses
Introductory courses (5) 60 units
CMN101 Health Research and Evidence
CMN106 Microbiology
CMN107 Medical Microbiology
CMN130 Food Safety Laws and Regulations
CMN150 Concepts of Epidemiology
Developing and Graduate courses (11) 132 units
CMN202 Environmental Health Risk Management
CMN207 Planning and Environmental Law
CMN228 Integrated Environmental Management
CMN237 Indigenous Wellbeing Foundations
CMN240 Public Health Practicum
CMN277 Innovation Management and Professional Development
CMN302 Managing Across Global Cultures
CMN305 International Trade and Finance
CMN312 Economics for Managers
CMN313 Global Business Management
CMN330 Marketing in a Global Environment
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 480
Recommended study sequences
Program requirements and notes
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 480 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program Notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 units per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on Student visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses
- Semester offerings for Law elective courses are subject to change and are dependant on student demand. For more information on elective availability please contact your Program Coordinator
- Honours in Law is available for high performing students and approval from the Program Coordinator