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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Social Sciences/Law

Course code: #4873

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Social Sciences/Law

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $41,289 AUD

  • Application fee

    $125 AUD

  • Duration

    5.7 Years

  • PSW

    2 years

  • Min GPA

    80 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    110660D

Highlights
Practical industry experience

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 30-November-2023 2023-11-30
Fall-February 30-November-2024 2024-11-30
Fall-February 30-November-2025 2025-11-30

Overview

Bachelor of Social Sciences/Law

The Bachelor of Social Sciences/Law at UNSW is a 5-year double degree program that provides the opportunity to obtain two degrees of professional importance to the public sector, community service, business and law practice. 

Your fundamental knowledge and skills in law and in-depth understanding of social science specialisations will build your capacity to contribute to real-world and impactful social, political and cultural change. 

You’ll focus on contemporary global and local challenges and issues taught by our world-class academics, utilising new and digital technologies to provide an effective, flexible and rich educational experience. 

The Bachelor of Social Sciences allows you to choose from various specialisations to build comprehensive knowledge and analytical skills alongside practical experiences throughout this double degree. 

As part of your degree, you’ll undertake hands-on courses integrating industry experience into your program.

You must complete one of the majors below in Social Sciences.

Indigenous Studies / Global Development / Economics / Environmental Humanities / Geographical Studies / International Business / International Studies / Marketing / Media, Culture and Technology / Human Resource Management / Innovation, Strategy and Entrepreneurship / Politics and International Relations / Sociology and Anthropology

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$58,289

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,920
Accommodation 1 bed room $17,000
Tuition 1 person $41,289

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

7
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

94
23
listening
25
writing
23
speaking
23
reading

PTE

65
54
listening
54
writing
54
speaking
54
reading

Cambridge

185
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

If you do not currently meet the English language requirements of your chosen program, UNSW Global offers courses and programs designed to help you reach these requirements. 

Different options are available depending on your current English language level.

English courses at UNSW Global include Academic English (English for University), Professional English, and General English, as well as test preparation courses. 

English language courses are available at various levels and lengths and may be packaged with a UNSW Foundation Studies Program, UNSW Diploma Program or a UNSW Degree.

University English Entry Course (UEEC)

University English Entry Course (UEEC) prepares you for entry into university if you’ve received a conditional offer from UNSW Sydney but do not meet the UNSW English entry requirements.

Essential Academic English (EAE)

Essential Academic English (EAE) provides the English skills you need to thrive at university. It prepares you for University English and Foundation English courses.

Entry RequirementsDirect entryUEEC 10 WeeksUEEC 15 WeeksUEEC 20 WeeksEAE 10 Weeks
IELTS7.0, Writing 6.0
(subscores 6.0)
6.5, Writing 6.0
(subscores 5.5)
6.0, Writing 6.0
(subscores 5.0)
6.0, Writing 5.5
(subscores 5.0)
5.5, Writing 5.5
(subscores 4.5)
TOEFL-iBT94, Writing 25
(subscores 23)
90, Writing 2380, Writing 2075, Writing 1865, Writing 18
Pearson Test of English65, Writing 54
(subscores 54)
64, Writing 5454, Writing 5454, Writing 4646, Writing 46
Cambridge Advanced English185, Writing 169176, Writing 169169, Writing 169169, Writing 162162, Writing 154

Academic background and requirement

Direct entry applicants to UNSW must hold acceptable high school qualifications for admission.

At a minimum, you must have a qualification considered equivalent to a Year 12 qualification (completion of high school) in Australia.

India:

All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE)      17

Indian School Certificate (CISCE)                     92

India State Board                                             98

China:

China (Peoples Republic) National Entrance Examination (Gaokao)     80

Iran:

UNSW does not accept secondary qualifications from this country. It may accept tertiary study results.

Pathways:

UNSW Global has university pathway programs that provide a seamless transition to UNSW Sydney so you can achieve your academic and career goals.

A UNSW Foundation Studies Program is your supportive pathway to the First Year of any UNSW degree. 

Their programs are designed to suit your academic and English skills and prepare you for university studies. 

They support you with personalised learning, small classes and social activities to help build your future at UNSW.

Career opportunities

  • Government and Public Policy Adviser
  • In-house Legal Counsel
  • Social Science Researcher
  • Human Rights Lawyer
  • Advocate
  • Campaign Manager
  • International Business Consultant
  • Non-government Organisation Official
  • Policy Analyst
  • Political Adviser
  • Political Journalist
  • Research Officer
  • Tourism and Trade Adviser

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