BA and Bachelor of Laws in Economics in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

The nature of work is evolving, transforming what it means to practice law. Our prestigious combined Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws program pushes you to think innovatively. Earning dual degrees unlocks diverse career paths—whether in legal practice or other fields requiring legal expertise. Modern law graduates must cultivate adaptability, blending legal and interdisciplinary knowledge to tackle complex challenges in an era of rapid change, evolving client needs, and technological disruption. The Bachelor of Laws (LLB), among Australia's most respected legal programs with international recognition, serves as your gateway to practicing law in New South Wales. This contemporary curriculum equips you with critical thinking and analytical abilities for today's globalized world. The Bachelor of Arts (BA) provides exceptional flexibility across 45+ disciplines, enabling you to establish expertise in complementary fields while gaining distinctive viewpoints. You'll complete the BA across three years alongside the LLB's foundational year. The final two years focus on remaining core and elective law units, with an optional honors year in your fourth year delaying final law studies until year five.

Delivered by one of Australia's top economics departments, this specialization provides crucial insights into business and government operations while developing analytical skills for interpreting economic trends and social data. Gain vital competencies for careers in financial markets, marketing, international trade, consulting, or journalism. The Economics major prepares you for diverse professions valuing economic literacy—from interpreting socioeconomic patterns to evaluating policy alternatives. The curriculum progressively builds economic expertise, establishing foundational knowledge early to enable specialized study in areas like macroeconomics or applied policy analysis. Our alumni hold leadership roles at the Reserve Bank, Treasury, global financial firms, and international organizations, with many pursuing advanced studies at world-class institutions.