Bachelor of Economics/Law

Course Details

This dual degree provides you with the opportunity to examine the formation, process, structure and economic impact of law and the legal institutions, which is ideal if you're interested in areas where law and economic analysis intersect. By gaining in-depth knowledge in both areas, you are well placed for careers in both economic and legal practice. You will examine legal frameworks, processes and systems and complement this with the study of economic issues such as international trade, inflation, government organisation and competitions, strategic behaviour and unemployment, all grounded in economic theory and quantitative methods.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Course structure: A total of 240 units of credit: 96 in Law compulsory courses; 6 in Law prescribed elective; 42 in Law elective courses; 96 in approved economic courses including the first-year compulsory core courses.

Your Law dual degree will open up a wide range of career opportunities in myriad fields. The skills you will gain at UNSW Law are highly transferrable. Employers seek out our graduates for their critical thinking and analytical skills. When it comes to your career, there will be any number of options available to you. Graduates are likely to be employed in many areas of law, government and business including finance companies, stockbroking firms, banks, regulatory bodies, government departments, consultancy and research firms and international organisations.