Bachelor of Law and Society
Understand and evaluate the legal system.
Gain a strong foundation in social policy and how public policy is developed, implemented, reviewed, and reformed. The degree teaches you the concepts central to the structure and functioning of a just society and helps you develop the skills to research and analyze social issues and assess proposals for social change.
- Focus on integrated practical training and social justice
- Enhance your employability in policy analysis, project coordination, justice administration, and human resources
- Develop transferable analytical, collaborative, communication and presentation skills
- Get the best possible start by accessing the first-year law pathway transition program
Campus Information
Bedford Park
Located just 12km south of the centre of Adelaide, the Bedford Park campus is Flinders' main campus. It's a spacious, elevated site with panoramic views to the coast and over the city. Our Student Hub offers 24/7 study spaces and access to all student services in one convenient location.
Intakes
- March
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 10
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Your career
This course aims to equip you in seeking employment in a range of public and private sector organizations, which demand a combination of legal, philosophical and social science skills, and knowledge of the relationships between justice, law, and society.
Graduates may find employment in such areas as correctional services, court services, the court system, and justice administration, crime prevention, community agencies, equal opportunity, legal industry, police services, policy development, research, trade unions, and workers’ compensation, among others.
Potential occupations include:
- dispute resolution officer
- housing caseworker
- investigation support officer
- project and court officer
- probation and parole officer.
Potential employers include:
- Department of Immigration and Border Protection
- Australian Federal Police
- Attorney-General’s Department
- Australian Bureau of Statistics
- Workskil Australia Incorporated.
PSW Opportunity
International students studying at Flinders University will be eligible to access an additional year in Australia on a post-study work visa, which means a bachelor graduate can get up to 3 years of PSW visa.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
International Qualification
- Senior Secondary Schooling awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), or the Council for the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Examinations
Minimum Entry Requirement (comparable to an ATAR of 65) to Flinders Bachelor degree
- Completion of a CBSE School Certificate with an average of at least 65% in best 4 subjects (excluding local language) or completion of an ISC School Certificate with an average of at least 70% in best 4 subjects (excluding local language).
Nepal
International Qualification
- Proficiency Certificate (3 years)
Minimum Entry Requirement (comparable to an ATAR of 65) to Flinders Bachelor degree
- Successful completion of the Proficiency Certificate with a minimum grade average of 65% in 4 major subjects
Sri Lanka
International Qualification
- Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education Advanced Level
Minimum Entry Requirement (comparable to an ATAR of 65) to Flinders Bachelor degree
- Successful completion of A Levels.
- Course Code: 092877G
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
94200 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: 70 AUD
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