Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws
Why study the Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws at UNE?
The Bachelor of Laws combines the main elements of a Bachelor of Environmental Science degree with specialist study in Law. Students in the double degree program commence their studies with units from the Bachelor of Environmental Science component. Gradually the proportion of study devoted to law increases until in the final years most students are only enrolled in units from the Bachelor of Laws component.
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DURATION
5 Years Full-time10 Years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
Information available from 20082007 STUDY OPTIONS
Not offered in 2007.How to Apply
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| Official Abbreviation | BEnvSc/LLB |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Commencement | Sem 1 and Sem 2 if available |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| 2006 UAI | Information available from 2008 |
| 2006 OP | Information available from 2008 |
| Fees | Commonwealth Supported Place |
| Total Credit Points | 240 |
| Benefits | The Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admission Board of NSW for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW and mutual recognition legislation extends admission to other Australian jurisdictions. After completion of academic qualifications in Law, entry to legal practice also requires the completion of Practical Legal Training (PLT) course. Summer Semester provides an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete the degree. A selection of units is offered off-campus during the nornal semester break from November to February, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation. Law Students' Society: There is an active Law students' Society at UNE, which organises inter-varsity mooting and social activities for students. The Society also represents the interests of Law students through its elected representatives on School Committees and provides a range of services for Law alumni as well as facillitating links between legal practitioners and students. |
| Entry Requirements | Entry to the first year of the degree is open to students who have obtained an appropriate NSW University Admission Index (UAI) or Queensland Tertiary Equivalent score or an equivalent qualification. Alternative Entry is available. Students are required to provide information relating to their previous work and academic experiences. A sound knowledge of English is essential for enrolment in courses offered by the Faculty of Economics, Business and Law. It is also assumed that students enrolling in the degree will have completed Chemistry and Mathematics at HSC level (or equivalent), and preferably other science units such as Biology or Physics. For students with a weak or inadequate background in Chemistry and Mathematics, foundation level units are available in these areas by distance education. An Alternative Entry program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students is conducted by the Oorala Centre at UNE. For information contact the Centre on (02) 6773 3034. Law students are expected to have reliable internet access. |
| Double Degree Opportunities | The Bachelor of Agriculture/Bachelor of Laws; Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws; Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws; Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws; Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Laws; Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws; Bachelor of Financial Administration/Bachelor of Laws; Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws These courses require a minimum of five years full-time study, or equivalent part-time study. Students who have completed a year of full-time study in a non-LLB degree program, with better than average results, may apply to be admitted to the appropriate double Law degree program. |
| Fast Track | Summer School is available for selected law units on a full-fee basis |
| Honours | Bachelor of Environmental Science Honours: Students may also proceed to Honours in the Bachelor of Evnironmental Science component. For requirements see Bachelor of Environmental Science Honours entry. Bachelor of Laws with Honours (LLB Hons): Students who have achieved a grade point average of 5.5 or better in the preceding eight law units (P=4, C=5, D=6, HD=7) may be admitted to the Honours Program in the final year of study. This program is based on a thesis of 15,000 words. The honours result is based in the grade awarded for the thesis plus grades for the best 15 units towards the degree. |
| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
| Academic Colours |
malachite green (BCC 23)/ultramarine (BCC 148) |
| Further Information | 
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Information for Continuing Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Laws Students for 2008
• Continuing students having difficulty selecting units for 2008 in the Bachelor of Environmental Science component should contact the course coordinator for advice on their study options.
Course Requirements for Double Degree Program (2005-2007 rules)
To complete requirements of the double degree program a candidate must complete at least 240 cp as prescribed below.
Bachelor of Environmental Science Component
Candidates must complete units to the value of at least 96 cp.
Bachelor of Laws Component
Candidates shall complete units to the value of at least 144 cp comprising core units to a value of 96 cp and elective units to a value of 48cp.
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