Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws
Why study the Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws at UNE?
This double degree provides qualifications in both computer science and law. The legal qualification meets the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioenr in all Australian States and Territories.
Career Opportunities
Examples include legal practice or law-related management careers in the fields of science, technology, the environment and finance in both the public and private sectors, legal aid agencies, telecommunications and government bodies.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
5 Years Full-timeUp to 12 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
84.40-84.45 / 92011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC
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International Students
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| Official Abbreviation | BCompSc/LLB | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| 2010 ATAR | 84.40-84.45 | |||||||||||||||
| 2010 OP | 9 | |||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| 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 this recognition legislation extends admission to other Australian jurisdictions. After completion of academic qualifications in Law, entry to legal practice also requires the completion of a Practical Legal Training (PLT) course. The Bachelor of Computer Science has been granted Level A accreditation by the Computer Society of Australia. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC For more information, click here
New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is two units of English and Mathematics. |
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| Advanced Standing | Computer Science: Advanced standing may be granted towards the Computer Science component on the basis of previous study completed at a recognised tertiary institution. Law: Advanced standing may be given for prior study in any Australian program that meets the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner (including courses offered by the NSW Legal Practitioner's Admission Board or its equivalent). Advanced standing cannot be given for work experience or legal studies that are not part of a course that meets admission requirements. |
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| Fast Track | 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 normal semester break from November to February, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation. |
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| Honours | Computer Science: On completion of 144 credit points including all requirements for the BCompSc component of the double degree program, students with a meritorious academic record may be permitted to enrol for the Bachelor of Computer Science with Honours. The Honours year in Computer Science introduces students to subjects of current research and a program of study is designed based on the student's interests. Students are required to submit a thesis. Law: 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 10,000 words. The honours result is based on the grade awarded for the honours unit plus grades for the best 15 units towards the degree. |
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| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Academic Colours |
Powder Blue (BCC 193) and Ultramarine (BCC 148) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing shall not be granted for COMP395.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidates shall be:
(a) five years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to twelve years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the two awards a candidate must pass units to the value of 240 credit points comprising:
Bachelor of Computer Science component: 96 credit points;
Bachelor of Laws component: 144 credit points.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points | Credit Points |
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| Bachelor of Computer Science component: | 96 cps | |
| Core Units | 48 cps | |
| Listed Units | 48 cps | |
| Bachelor of Laws component: | 144 cps | |
| Core Units | 108 cps | |
| Listed Units | 36 cps | |
| Total | 240 cps | |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Bachelor of Computer Science and Bachelor of Laws.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the double degree program may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in The Sciences on completion of 48 credit points.
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the double degree program may be eligible to exist with the Advanced Diploma in The Sciences on completion of 72 credit points or may transfer from the double degree program to the Bachelor of Computer Science.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.