Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

5 Years On Campus Dual-bachelors Program

Western Sydney University Parramatta

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at Western Sydney University is a five-year integrated program that combines legal training with core business expertise, preparing graduates for careers across corporate, government, and commercial sectors. Studying at the Parramatta campus (Western Sydney University, Parramatta, NSW, Australia) gives students strong industry exposure in one of Sydney’s fastest-growing business and legal hubs.

This program is ideal for students who want to understand how law and business interact in real-world decision-making, from corporate governance to commercial strategy and regulation.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In the first year, students build a foundation in both disciplines through core subjects such as Foundations of Law, Torts Law, and Introduction to Business Studies. Alongside legal thinking and reasoning, they are introduced to business fundamentals including Marketing Principles and Accounting Information for Managers, helping them understand how organisations operate and how legal systems shape them.

Year 2

The second year deepens legal knowledge with subjects like Contracts Law and Criminal Law, while business studies expand into Microeconomics and Business Analytics. Students begin developing analytical and problem-solving skills that connect legal frameworks with financial and organisational decision-making.

Year 3

In Year 3, students move into more advanced legal study such as Constitutional Law and Administrative Law, alongside business-focused subjects like Corporate Finance and Organisational Behaviour. This year strengthens understanding of how law regulates government, corporations, and market systems.

Year 4

Students engage with specialised legal areas such as Corporations Law and Equity & Trusts, while also studying strategic business subjects like International Business and Strategic Management. The focus shifts toward complex corporate structures, governance, and global business environments.

Year 5

The final year includes advanced legal practice and professional preparation through subjects like Ethics and the Legal Profession and Civil Procedure, alongside a capstone business or law project. Students consolidate their learning and develop readiness for professional accreditation and real-world practice.

Focus Areas

Corporate and commercial law, business strategy and management, legal practice and ethics, financial and economic analysis, governance and regulation, international business law, dispute resolution.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates gain strong legal reasoning, commercial awareness, analytical skills.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

This program is designed to support pathways toward admission as a legal practitioner in Australia, alongside career readiness in business, consulting, and corporate sectors.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

Western Sydney University is recognised globally for strong graduate outcomes, practical learning, and industry-connected education, with its law and business graduates highly regarded in corporate and public-sector roles (QS and national graduate employment indicators).

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Western Sydney University, the Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) is designed around hands-on, career-ready learning where you don’t just study law and business theory—you actively practise it. Students develop real legal reasoning, commercial decision-making, and advocacy skills through structured experiential learning. The Parramatta campus environment connects you directly with industry-style learning spaces, including simulated courtrooms, collaborative business studios, and dedicated study hubs where law and business disciplines intersect. You also engage with professional tools, case-based learning, and real-world problem solving throughout the degree: building confidence in both legal practice and business strategy.

  • Moot Courtrooms & Legal Skills Training: practice courtroom advocacy, legal argumentation, and trial procedures in simulated court environments used for law training
  • Western Sydney University Law Clinics: gain practical experience by working on real or simulated legal matters under supervision in community-focused legal settings
  • Work Integrated Learning (WIL) & Industry Engagement: participate in internships, placements, and professional experience opportunities with legal and business organisations
  • Business Simulation & Case-Based Learning: apply financial, managerial, and strategic concepts to real-world business scenarios and group projects
  • Collaborative Learning Spaces at Parramatta Campus: work in team-based environments designed for negotiation, client problem-solving, and legal-business integration
  • Library & Legal Research Databases: access advanced academic resources, case law databases, and commercial research tools to support assignments and legal analysis
  • Digital Learning Platforms (vUWS/online systems): engage with lecture materials, assessments, and interactive learning modules used across law and business subjects
  • Industry Guest Lectures & Networking Events: learn directly from legal professionals, business leaders, and policy experts through on-campus sessions and workshops

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Western Sydney University Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) are prepared for high-impact careers across both the legal and corporate sectors. You will be equipped to work in roles such as corporate lawyer, business consultant, compliance officer, policy advisor, or in-house legal counsel. This double qualification gives you a strong competitive edge in both legal practice and commercial decision-making:

  • Career support and employability services: Students are supported by Western Sydney University’s Careers and Employability team, which provides one-on-one career coaching, resume development, interview preparation, and employer networking opportunities.
  • Work-integrated learning & industry exposure: The program includes practical learning through legal clinics, internships, mooting competitions, and business-based projects that connect students with real-world legal and corporate environments.
  • University–industry connections: Students benefit from partnerships with law firms, corporate organisations, government agencies, and community legal centres that provide placement and networking pathways.
  • Professional accreditation value: The Honours-level Law component is designed to meet academic requirements for progression toward legal practice accreditation in Australia (subject to practical legal training).
  • Graduate outcomes & employability focus: Graduates are highly sought after in both legal and business sectors due to their combined expertise in law, commerce, and critical thinking.
  • Typical salary expectations: Graduates in law and business-related roles in Australia generally earn in the range of AUD 70,000 – AUD 120,000+ per year, depending on role, sector, and experience level.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this double degree, students may pursue postgraduate study such as a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (required for admission as a lawyer in Australia), Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Business Administration (MBA), or specialised master’s programs in areas like corporate law, international business, taxation, or compliance.

Program Key Stats

$38,153
$17,399

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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Country Requirements

Career Options

  • Corporate lawyer
  • commercial lawyer
  • business consultant
  • compliance officer
  • investment banker
  • financial analyst
  • tax consultant
  • company secretary
  • risk management specialist
  • in-house legal counsel

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