UOW Course Handbook : Course 1883

Overview

A Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is a four-year degree that equips you with a comprehensive legal education: a world-class degree that provides a thorough grounding in the law, as well as a real-world focus on the essential practical skills and the social and ethical context in which the law operates. … For more content click the Read More button below. Training in research skills and information systems (archives, the Library, databases, electronic research networks), The ability to present complex ideas verbally and in writing, The opportunity to work closely with a supervisor and prepare a major project to meet critical deadlines, Experience in devising, researching and writing up an individual topic of study in an extended format, We believe that practical experience is a vital part of your legal training. We are the only law school in New South Wales that requires you to complete a legal internship, providing highly valued industry experience. We are committed to social justice and providing a legal education that engages with the complexities of law's intersection with society. The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) covers the prescribed areas of knowledge for future admission to the profession as well as including a choice of electives. Additionally, an integrated skills program equips graduates with experience in areas such as legal research, interviewing, legal drafting, advocacy and negotiation. Opportunities also exist to undertake subjects through an international exchange program. This honours degree has no direct entry. This degree is available to high achieving students enrolled in the Bachelor of Laws (1881). Students who achieve the required WAM in the Bachelor of Laws (1881) are eligible to apply to transfer to the Honours degree. Student interested in applying should consult with the Honours coordinator before submitting a course transfer application. The course transfer application will be assessed by the School of Law Head of Students.

Training in research skills and information systems (archives, the Library, databases, electronic research networks),
The ability to present complex ideas verbally and in writing,
The opportunity to work closely with a supervisor and prepare a major project to meet critical deadlines,
Experience in devising, researching and writing up an individual topic of study in an extended format,
We believe that practical experience is a vital part of your legal training. We are the only law school in New South Wales that requires you to complete a legal internship, providing highly valued industry experience.

We are committed to social justice and providing a legal education that engages with the complexities of law's intersection with society. The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) covers the prescribed areas of knowledge for future admission to the profession as well as including a choice of electives. Additionally, an integrated skills program equips graduates with experience in areas such as legal research, interviewing, legal drafting, advocacy and negotiation. Opportunities also exist to undertake subjects through an international exchange program.

This honours degree has no direct entry. This degree is available to high achieving students enrolled in the Bachelor of Laws (1881). Students who achieve the required WAM in the Bachelor of Laws (1881) are eligible to apply to transfer to the Honours degree. Student interested in applying should consult with the Honours coordinator before submitting a course transfer application. The course transfer application will be assessed by the School of Law Head of Students.

Delivery

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Course structure

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (Direct Entry) requires the successful completion of 180 credit points as specified below:

All compulsory Law subjects as set out in the table below (114 credit points),
Elective subjects to the value of 54 credit points from the Bachelor of Laws Elective Law Schedule - see Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry) for elective options, and
LLB4402 Legal Research Thesis (12 credit points).

LLB4402 - Legal Research Thesis is an annual-instance and cannot be completed part-time. Students enrolled in LLB4402 must complete the subject in a calendar year (March-November).

Students can complete LLB3396 Legal Internship Program once the pre-requisite requirements are satisfied. Students should refer to the School of Law for further information on opportunities.

Honours grade method:Honours Grade is calculated using Honours Grade Method 4

180 Credit points

Core114 Credit points

Year 1 48 Credit points

Year 248 Credit points

Year 348 Credit points

Year 436 Credit points

Electives54 Credit points

Learning outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of the course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

Demonstrate a sound understanding of the Australian legal system, including core areas of knowledge for Australian legal practice, and an appreciation of its international context.

Recognise and be able to resolve ethical problems in legal decision-making.

Apply legal reasoning and critical analysis to generate and effectively communicate appropriate and creative responses to complex legal issues.

Identify, research, evaluate and interpret relevant factual, legal and policy sources in order to articulate an original response.

Critically evaluate the impact of law on individuals, communities and society within a social justice framework.

Learn and work both independently and collaboratively and to reflect on their own skills and capabilities.

Independently plan and execute a research‐based project or piece of scholarship that demonstrates in depth understanding and critical analysis of the area of study.

Compulsory requirements

Work-Based Learning / Internship / Placement

Number of Weeks:4

Total Number of Hours:140

Hours per Week:35.0

Undertaking a work integrated learning experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.

Law students will complete a Legal Internship subject (LLB3397). This subject is the vehicle for a practical placement designed to expose students to the application of the law in practice; enable students to understand the importance of developing the skills of legal research; communication, drafting, practice management and problem solving; and enable students to observe and reflect upon the values, ethical standards and conduct of the legal profession in practice.

Professional recognition / accreditation

Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB)

Professional body / Association name:Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB)

Details:The Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board. By completing your law degree at UOW, you are completing an academic qualification that is recognised for admission as a lawyer in Australia, subject to completing state-approved Practical Legal Training (PLT). Further details for NSW admissions can be found at the Legal Profession Admission Board website.

Accreditation Period:2019 - 2025

Credit for prior learning

Alternative Credit Arrangements

Pathways and nested qualifications

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Handbook

1883 - Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (Direct Entry) (4 Yrs)