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James Cook University (JCU)

  • 28% international / 72% domestic

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Laws

  • Bachelor

Explore the intersection of science and law as you examine the foundations of interdisciplinary fields such as environmental law, bioethics and sustainability policies.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Fees
$11,976 per year / $59,880 total
ATAR
66.5

About this course

Explore the intersection of science and law as you examine the foundations of interdisciplinary fields such as environmental law, bioethics and sustainability policies. Benefit from hands-on experience in research locations within the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, along with professional placements in the legal industry. You'll graduate eligible for admission to practise law in Queensland and your interdisciplinary experience will empower you to embrace challenges in a broad range of industries.

Entry requirements

ATAR 66.5

English (Units 3/4,C),

Recommended Knowledge

Chemistry, General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C)

Study locations

Townsville

Cairns

Career pathways

JCU Science-Law graduates have a wide variety of career choices available.

You could pursue a career in areas such as bioethics, intellectual property, copyright and patent law, climate change, conservation and sustainability, or science and national security.

Roles available to graduates of this joint degree include environmental lawyer, intellectual property lawyer, or in-house counsel for research and technology firms.

How to apply

Note the course QTAC code for the location you've chosen. You'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.

Application dates vary between courses, whether they're delivered in semester, trimester or carousel study modes. View our Application due dates page for more information.

ATAR score is indicative only. Entry scores will be finalised in the major offer round.