臥龍崗大學(xué)

A Bachelor of Journalism - Bachelor of Laws from UOW 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.

Combining Law with Journalism prepares you to operate professionally in the changing media world, while understanding the legal implications of a global industry. It opens up a wide range of career options through specialist knowledge in media law, intellectual property law and ethics, and strong production skills in print, online and broadcast journalism.

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.

This double degree delivers a practical and contextual legal education that prepares graduates not only for traditional careers in the legal profession but also for a wide range of careers in government, business and community organisations – as leaders, innovators and problem solvers.

What you will study

The Bachelor of Journalism - Bachelor of Laws 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.

You'll also be part of the UOW TV Multimedia student newsroom, and produce coverage for its website, YouTube channel and social media platforms. You will have real deadlines and will engage with community and industry. You will also explore and innovate within journalism’s changing environment, including podcasting, data journalism and immersive video.

Why choose this course

A Bachelor of Laws from UOW provides graduates with the knowledge and skills to pursue a multitude of career options. When Law is combined with another area of study such as Arts, Engineering, Commerce, Science, Creative Arts, Communication and Media or International Studies you have the opportunity to work in areas such as business, the media, government, administration, management and not-for-profit.

Career opportunities

Global Communications

Digital Publishing

Media Strategy and Planning

Public Relations

Copywriter

Market Research

Event Coordinator

Publicity Officer

Tourism Officer

Print/Television/Radio/Photo/Online Journalist

Government

Editor

Feature Writer

Reporter

Researcher

Advertising

Social Media Manager

Media Management Advisor

Communication Specialist

Corporate Communications

Content Development