88.6% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022 - Undergraduate Law and Paralegal Studies
Degree overview
Be an expert at the nexus of law and medicine
When you study this combined degree, you’ll gain in-demand expertise at the intersection of law and science. Develop an in-depth understanding of scientific, biotechnology and legal principles in a commercial and regulatory context.
Throughout your degree you’ll gain hands-on experience - with opportunities to work on real cases, while gaining essential courtroom experience.
If you choose not to practise law, a strong legal understanding and the ability to apply logical reasoning means that law graduates are extremely competitive for employment opportunities in a range of different career sectors.
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Career opportunities
You could find a career in a range of industries including as a researcher or solicitor. Or you could become an expert in commercialisation, testing and innovative therapies or in-house legal counsel for medical corporations.
In today's world, professionals with expertise in both biotechnology and law are highly sought after.
- law
- solicitor
- barrister
- IP lawyer and policy influencer
- corporate lawyer
- law clerk
- biomedical industries
- pharmaceutical/biotechnology industries
- commercialisation/entrepreneurship
- research and academia
- medicine and allied health
- secondary education
Course overview
You'll study core courses in biomedical science and law that provide advanced theoretical knowledge in:
- anatomy
- bioinformatics
- cell and molecular biology
- criminal law
- company law
- equity and trusts
Student experience
Law on the Beach 1:50
Law on the Beach is a free legal advice clinic for members of the local community, held in the relaxed setting of Merewether Surf Club each January and February. Allowing our students to work on real-world cases alongside their studies with Newcastle Legal Centre lawyers, the clinics make seeking legal advice more approachable, particularly for young people.
Career-ready placements
You will complete the first 105 hours of your required supervised clinical legal experience under the supervision of solicitors from our School – either in the legal centre itself or as part of our “Law on the Beach” program. School staff also assist to arrange external placements to make up the remaining 180 professional training hours required to qualify to practise as a lawyer.
Studying at Newcastle City campus
Living in Newcastle
Nestled on Australia's spectacular east coast and surrounded by some of the state's most popular destinations, Newcastle is an all-round wonderful choice as a safe and friendly place to live.
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Campus Life
Our campuses are welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative places for students, staff, and the community. Explore our beautiful campuses and discover what it’s like to study at the University of Newcastle.
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Scholarships
Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
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Accommodation
Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
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Student showcase
The University of Newcastle Legal Centre 1:32
The University of Newcastle Legal Centre (UNLC) allows students to engage with the community and legal professionals to develop practical skills in the application of the law. The Legal Centre offers a range of services to the public, including free legal advice and assistance, representation, law clinics and community education seminars.
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Applying as an international student
Entry requirements — Senior secondary school qualification
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
English proficiency requirements
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
- IELTS overall minimum - 7.0
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
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