Bachelor of Arts (Legal Studies)

About the course

The Bachelor of Arts (Legal Studies) at the University of Wollongong builds critical thinking, communication and analytical skills while introducing key ideas about law and society. You will explore legal concepts in their social and cultural contexts and develop capabilities valued across many industries. This on-campus bachelor degree offers a broad humanities foundation with a legal studies focus. The programme builds legal reasoning, case analysis, and professional ethics for legal practice and public service pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates are equipped for professional entry roles in Law and further postgraduate study. Graduates pursue roles in legal practice, corporate counsel, compliance, and public sector law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, paralegal, compliance, and public sector legal support roles.

Entry requirements

ATAR-SR 70 (or IBAS 26.25).

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)