Bachelor of Environment with the degree of Bachelor of Laws
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Overview
Prepare yourself for a career in environmental law and deal with the legal implications of science and sustainability.
In this combined degree you'll develop a keen understanding of the relationships between science, economics, ethics and law. You'll study the science, technology and legislation associated with environmental science and explore people's perceptions and desires when tackling environmental issues in the real world.
Key features
- Gain decision making skills in resource management and environmental management.
- Accredited by the Supreme Court of New South Wales for legal practice.
- Study law in a friendly atmosphere- small class sizes mean more face-to-face time.
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
300317
Suitable for
If you want to learn how to apply your problem solving skills to the environment and are interested in the legal implications of science, sustainability and environmental management.
Course fee
It is not possible to determine fees for this course until you have decided on a major or specialisation.
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 120 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 72 |
| Minimum number of credit points with a LAW prefix | 72 |
| Minimum number of credit points with a non-LAW prefix | 42 |
| Completion of a qualifying major for the Bachelor of Environment | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of a designated Participation unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Bachelor of Environment with the degree of Bachelor of Laws specialisations:
Students undertaking this course can choose from the following Bachelor of Environment majors:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Climate Science
- Environmental Earth Science
- Environmental Geology
- Environmental Management
- Spatial Information Science
Notes
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- environmental scientist
- legal academia
- legal officer in public or private sectors
- legal practitioner (barrister or solicitor)
- pharmaceuticals
- scientific research


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