Bachelor of Medical Science Bachelor of Laws

5 Years On Campus Dual-bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

The University of Technology Sydney Bachelor of Medical Science Bachelor of Laws is a five-year double degree that combines a strong foundation in biomedical and health sciences with a professional legal education. It is designed for students who are interested in both science and law, particularly those aiming for careers in health policy, medical regulation, biotechnology law, forensic science, or healthcare advocacy. Campuses: City Campus (Ultimo, Sydney), Moore Park Campus (Sydney), Botany Campus (Sydney), and Kuring-gai Campus (Sydney) – New South Wales, Australia.

Curriculum Structure

First Year

In the first year, students build core knowledge in both disciplines, starting with foundational medical science and introductory legal studies. Medical science subjects such as Cell Biology and Genetics, Chemistry for Life Sciences, and Human Anatomy and Physiology develop scientific understanding, while law units such as Foundations of Law and Legal Methods and Research introduce legal reasoning, statutory interpretation, and critical thinking.

Second Year

The second year deepens understanding in both scientific and legal frameworks, allowing students to develop analytical skills across disciplines. Students typically study medical science areas like Microbiology and Pathophysiology, alongside core law subjects such as Contracts and Torts, building an understanding of how law governs professional, medical, and ethical responsibilities.

Third Year

In the third year, students begin more advanced studies in biomedical science and intermediate legal areas. Medical science subjects such as Immunology and Pharmacology are combined with law units like Criminal Law and Administrative Law, helping students understand how legal systems interact with health, regulation, and public safety.

Fourth Year

The fourth year focuses on specialised learning in both fields, including advanced legal and scientific applications. Students may study areas such as Medical Science Research Methods and Advanced Biomedical Topics, alongside law subjects like Corporate Law or Health Law and Ethics, strengthening their ability to analyse complex medical-legal issues.

Fifth Year

In the final year, students complete capstone experiences that integrate both disciplines through advanced electives, research projects, and professional preparation. This may include medical science research projects and advanced law electives, allowing students to explore areas such as medical negligence, biotechnology regulation, or public health policy in depth.

Focus Areas (in a string):

Medical science, biomedical research, human biology, pathology, health systems, legal studies, constitutional law, health law, medical ethics, biotechnology regulation, forensic science, healthcare policy

Learning Outcomes (in a string):

Develop advanced knowledge of human health and disease, apply scientific and legal reasoning to complex problems, evaluate biomedical and legal evidence, understand regulatory and ethical frameworks in healthcare, communicate effectively in scientific and legal contexts, and integrate interdisciplinary knowledge to address issues in health, law, and society

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

This double degree aligns with academic requirements for legal practice pathways in Australia through accredited law training, while also supporting biomedical and health science career pathways in research, healthcare, and regulatory sectors.

Reputation (Employability Rankings):

The University of Technology Sydney is recognised globally for excellence in both law and health sciences, and is consistently ranked among Australia’s leading universities in QS World University Rankings, particularly for graduate employability and industry-focused education.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students in the University of Technology Sydney Bachelor of Medical Science Bachelor of Laws gain a highly practical, interdisciplinary learning experience where scientific investigation is combined with legal reasoning and real-world problem solving. From the beginning of the degree, students develop hands-on laboratory skills in medical science while also training in legal analysis, case interpretation, and structured argumentation in law. The program is designed so students regularly apply both scientific and legal thinking to complex issues such as healthcare regulation, medical ethics, biotechnology, and public policy:

UTS Science Super Lab & Biomedical Laboratories: Students complete hands-on practicals in modern science labs, working with biological samples, diagnostic techniques, and experimental procedures used in biomedical research.
Law Moot Court & Legal Skills Training Rooms: Students participate in simulated court environments where they practise legal argumentation, advocacy, and case preparation using real-world legal scenarios.
Clinical and Medical Science Laboratory Training: Practical sessions in microbiology, pathology, and physiology labs help students understand disease processes and biomedical testing methods.
Case-Based Legal Learning Projects: Students work in groups to analyse real and simulated legal cases involving health law, ethics, medical negligence, and regulatory frameworks.
Interdisciplinary Capstone Projects: Final-year students integrate medical science and law to solve complex issues such as healthcare policy, biotechnology regulation, or forensic investigation cases.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Opportunities: Exposure to professional environments through legal clinics, health policy projects, or biomedical industry engagement where available within the program structure.
UTS Library & Legal Research Resources: Access to extensive legal databases, biomedical journals, case law repositories, and scientific research platforms supports both disciplines.
Digital Legal & Scientific Tools: Students use legal research platforms, scientific analysis software, and academic databases to support assignments, case preparation, and laboratory reports.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Medical Science / Bachelor of Laws at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) are uniquely positioned for careers that combine biomedical expertise with legal and regulatory knowledge. This interdisciplinary background is highly valued in healthcare regulation, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical research governance, and health policy. Common career pathways include medical lawyer, regulatory affairs specialist, health policy adviser, biomedical compliance officer, and intellectual property consultant:

UTS Careers Service & Employability Programs: Students receive tailored career coaching, CV and interview workshops, employer networking events, and access to graduate recruitment programs across law, health, and science industries.
Graduate Employment Outcomes: According to QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey (Australia), graduates in law and health/medical science disciplines generally achieve strong full-time employment outcomes, particularly in professional services, healthcare, and regulatory sectors.
Indicative Salary Outcomes: In Australia, early-career graduates in law and biomedical-related fields typically earn around AUD $75,000–$95,000, with specialised roles in medical law, regulation, and biotechnology reaching AUD $110,000–$160,000+ depending on experience and sector.
University–Industry Partnerships: UTS maintains strong connections with hospitals, biomedical research institutes, pharmaceutical companies, government health agencies, and major law firms, supporting internships and professional pathways.
Professional Accreditation Value: The Bachelor of Laws component is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board (NSW), meeting requirements for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia after Practical Legal Training (PLT).
Graduation Outcomes: Graduates develop advanced skills in legal analysis, biomedical science interpretation, ethical decision-making, regulatory compliance, and policy evaluation in healthcare and scientific industries.
UTS Work Integrated Learning Opportunities: Students benefit from internships, clinical-style learning experiences, legal clinics, and industry-based biomedical research projects integrated into the degree.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this dual degree, 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 Medical Science, Master of Public Health, Master of Biotechnology, Master of Health Law, or PhD research in biomedical science, health policy, medical regulation, or intellectual property law.