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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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DURATION

5 Years Full-time
Up to 12 years Part-time

FEES

CSP
International

ATAR / OP

84.40-84.45 / 8

2012 STUDY OPTIONS

Armidale

Trimester 1, Off Campus
Trimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus

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CRICOS Code: 016024E
Official Abbreviation BCompSc/LLB
Course Type Undergraduate
Commencing
Responsible Campus Admission Period Mode of Study
Armidale Trimester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Trimester 1 On Campus
Armidale Trimester 2 Off Campus
Armidale Trimester 2 On Campus
Course Duration
  • 5 Years Full-time
  • Up to 12 years Part-time
2011 ATAR 84.40-84.45
2011 OP 8
Fees CSP / International
Total Credit Points 240
Benefits

The Bachelor of Computer Science has been granted Professional Level accreditation by the Australian Computer Society.

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.
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

Intensive Schools

Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in the Bachelor of Computer Science component of this course. There are no mandatory intensive schools in the Bachelor of Laws component of this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).

Assumed knowledge is two units of English and Mathematics.
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 only be granted on the basis of law units that are part of a Law degree at another university or a diploma in law offered through the Legal Profession Admission Board. If the law units have been completed as part of a non-Law degree, the law units must also be available to students as part of a Law degree offered at that university.
Fast Track

2011-2012 Summer or Trimester 3 2012 provides an opportunity for students to fast track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete their degree. A selection of units is offered off campus during these periods, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation.
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.
Scholarships

The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
Academic Colours

Powder Blue (BCC 193) and Ultramarine (BCC 148)
Further Information

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These Course Rules & Plans are ONLY to be used if you Commenced, Transferred or Changed Versions in the Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws in 2012.

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
Bachelor of Computer Science component: 96 cps
Core Units 54 cps
Listed Units 42 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 Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.

 

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