Bachelor of Communication (Social and Political Sciences) Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

at University of Technology Sydney

This course is offered jointly by UTS Law and UTS Communication. It provides students with a range of professional and analytical skills grounded in sociology, social policy, politics, public history and international studies, for either legal or social science practice. It is designed for students who want to use their professional legal qualification together with social research, policy development and political advocacy.
 

Honours relates to the law component only and students must successfully complete both of the research subjects: Research Methodology and Research Thesis. Strong research skills are valued highly in contemporary professional practice.The program provides full-time study for students wishing to obtain a professional legal qualification that satisfies the requirements for admission as a lawyer together with specialisation in social, cultural and communication theory and practice. Studies in social inquiry increase students' employment options in the diverse fields of social science, media and communication, as well as extending their knowledge of the broader context in which the legal system operates.