Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours) (BJ/LLB(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2015
Duration
5.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
88
Program code
2365
Faculties
Business, Economics & Law Fac
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours):
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours):
Dual Degree Planner
AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Journalism course list and the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Email: hass@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1333
Duration
5.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2015
Semester 1 (02 Mar, 2015)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
88
Program code
2365
Faculties
Business, Economics & Law Fac
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours):
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours):
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 082618J
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; writing 7; speaking 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Journalism course list and the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: +61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (free call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours)?
The Bachelor of Journalism component of this dual degree is a professional program aimed at preparing graduates for entry into work in journalism and related fields. It develops understanding of journalism and its media and communication contexts; the skills to do journalism; and the reflection necessary to be a journalist. The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is designed to provide you with a broad introduction to the legal system as a whole and a thorough and critical understanding of core areas of law and legal theory. You will develop useful professional, clinical and legal analysis skills including traditional and modern legal research methods, legal writing, advocacy and alternative dispute resolution. The program emphasises interactive learning, internationally relevant content and the promotion of ethical values.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours) :
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Honours
Honours is standard in four year programs; three year programs require a further year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 082618J
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; writing 7; speaking 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
This program is eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Journalism course list and the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Journalism course list and the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours)
Careers
Refer to the Bachelor of Journalism and the Bachelor of Laws for information regarding employment opportunities.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Bar Association of Queensland
- Queensland Law Society
Program rules for the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours)
To complete the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Journalism/Laws (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #88 comprising -
- #32 from the BJ List including -
- (i) #16 from Group 1; and
- (ii) #16 from Group 2; and
- #56 from the LLB List including -
- (i) #40 of compulsory courses from Part A; and
- (ii) #16 of elective courses from Parts B and/or C.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
