The Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is a dual degree program offered at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). This dual degree combines a thorough scientific program with intensive legal education.
The Bachelor of Science portion allows students to delve deeply into one of several diverse scientific fields, promoting critical thinking, data analysis, and the practical application of scientific principles.
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) portion prepares students for legal practice, including but not limited to, knowledge of the law and legal principles, understanding of the Australian legal system, and skills in legal research, problem-solving, and communication. Honours component includes a research project in the final year.
The program aims to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready for careers both within and outside the legal and scientific arenas. The duration of the program is typically five years of full-time study, but part-time study options are also available. Graduates may pursue careers as attorneys, policy advisors, scientists, environmentalists, or roles that combine these fields in interdisciplinary ways.