Bachelor of Business Bachelor of Laws

5 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is a five-year double degree designed for students who want to combine commercial expertise with professional legal training. It is ideal for future business leaders, corporate lawyers, entrepreneurs, and policy professionals who want to understand both how organisations operate and how legal systems shape business decisions. Campuses: City Campus (Ultimo, Sydney), Moore Park Campus (Sydney), Botany Campus (Sydney), and Kuring-gai Campus (Sydney) – New South Wales, Australia.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In the first year, students build foundational knowledge in both business and law. Business subjects such as Accounting for Business Decisions and Business and Society are combined with law foundations like Foundations of Law and Legal Method and Research, helping students develop analytical thinking, communication skills, and an understanding of legal and commercial systems.

Year 2

The second year focuses on strengthening core business management skills while deepening legal knowledge. Students study Economics for Business, Marketing Foundations, and Business Statistics, alongside legal subjects such as Contract Law and Torts, learning how legal frameworks influence commercial relationships and decision-making.

Year 3

In the third year, students begin specialising in both disciplines. Business subjects such as Financial Management, Organisational Behaviour, and Business Law are paired with Criminal Law and Constitutional Law, helping students understand governance, compliance, and corporate responsibility.

Year 4

The fourth year develops advanced professional capabilities in business strategy and law. Students undertake subjects such as Corporate Finance, International Business, and Strategic Management, alongside Administrative Law and Property Law, building expertise in regulation, leadership, and legal risk management.

Year 5

In the final year, students complete advanced electives and professional-level legal studies. Business capstone subjects and law electives such as Equity, Corporate Law, and Dispute Resolution prepare students for complex decision-making roles across legal and commercial environments.

Focus Areas

Corporate Law, Business Strategy, Financial Management, Marketing, Economics, Commercial Law, Corporate Governance, Contract Law, Taxation, International Business, Legal Research, Risk Management

Learning Outcomes

Develop advanced legal reasoning and business decision-making skills, understand corporate and regulatory frameworks, analyse complex commercial problems, communicate effectively in professional settings, apply strategic thinking to business and legal challenges, and prepare for careers in law, business, consulting, and government.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The law component is accredited and satisfies the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia through the Legal Profession Admission Board (NSW). The business component is aligned with industry standards and supports careers in corporate, financial, and management sectors.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

UTS is ranked among the top young universities globally in the QS World University Rankings and is recognised in Australia for strong graduate employability in both business and law. UTS Business School is AACSB accredited, placing it among an elite group of global business schools.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students in the Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) gain practical, career-ready skills through real-world business simulations, legal training environments, and industry-engaged learning built into both faculties. The program is strongly practice-oriented, combining business decision-making with legal problem-solving using professional tools, case-based learning, and UTS’s city-based access to courts, firms, and corporate environments. Students learn in modern studios, law facilities, and business innovation spaces designed to reflect real workplace conditions:

UTS Moot Courts & Legal Skills Facilities: Students practise courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and legal argumentation in simulated court environments that replicate real legal proceedings.
UTS Business School Learning Labs: Students engage in business simulations, financial decision-making exercises, and strategic management scenarios using applied learning environments.
Professional Legal Research Tools: Training in LexisNexis AU, Westlaw AU, and AustLII develops advanced skills in case law research, statutory interpretation, and legal analysis.
Business Analytics & Digital Platforms: Students use industry-standard tools for data analysis, financial modelling, and business decision-making, including spreadsheet modelling and business intelligence platforms.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL): Structured learning experiences connect classroom theory with real-world business and legal practice through applied projects and case studies.
Internships & Industry Placements: Students may undertake placements in law firms, corporations, financial institutions, government departments, and consulting firms through UTS industry partnerships.
UTS Law Clinics & Business Projects: Students participate in supervised legal clinics and business consulting projects that involve real clients and organisational challenges.
Group-Based Business & Law Projects: Collaborative assignments develop leadership, negotiation, teamwork, and strategic problem-solving skills across both disciplines.
Guest Lectures & Industry Engagement: Professionals from law, finance, consulting, and government sectors regularly contribute through seminars, workshops, and networking events.
UTS City Campus Legal & Business Precinct Access: Located in Sydney’s central business district, students are surrounded by courts, multinational firms, financial institutions, and government agencies.
UTS Library & Digital Resources: Students access extensive legal databases, business journals, market research tools, and interdisciplinary academic collections.
Research Centres & Innovation Hubs: Students may engage with UTS research institutes focused on law, business innovation, governance, and economic policy.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) are highly valued for their ability to combine commercial decision-making with strong legal expertise. This dual skill set opens pathways into corporate law, business consulting, financial services, government advisory roles, and entrepreneurship. Many graduates work as corporate lawyers, management consultants, compliance officers, and business analysts in Australia and internationally:

UTS Careers Service & Employability Programs: Students access tailored career coaching, employer networking events, resume workshops, interview preparation, and graduate recruitment support for both business and law sectors.
Graduate Employment Outcomes: According to QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey (Australia), business and law graduates report strong full-time employment outcomes, particularly in professional services, finance, and legal industries.
Indicative Salary Outcomes: In Australia, early-career graduates in business and law typically earn around AUD $75,000–$95,000, with corporate lawyers and senior consultants progressing to AUD $110,000–$160,000+ depending on experience and sector.
University–Industry Partnerships: UTS maintains strong links with major Australian law firms, banks, consulting firms, multinational corporations, and government agencies, supporting internships and graduate employment pathways.
Professional Accreditation Value: The Bachelor of Laws component is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board (NSW), meeting the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia.
Graduation Outcomes: Graduates develop strong capabilities in legal analysis, financial decision-making, corporate governance, strategic planning, negotiation, and professional communication.
UTS Work Integrated Learning Pathways: Students benefit from real-world business and legal experience through internships, law clinics, and industry-based projects embedded in the degree.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws at UTS, graduates can undertake Practical Legal Training (PLT) to qualify as a solicitor or barrister in Australia. They may also pursue postgraduate study such as a Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Professional Accounting, Master of Finance, or specialised research degrees (PhD) in law, business, economics, or corporate governance.