BA in Western Civilisation- Bachelor of Laws in Wollongong Australia | University of Wollongong

The Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation paired with a Bachelor of Laws offers a distinctive and stimulating dual-degree opportunity. This program guides you on an intellectual journey, exploring a thoughtfully selected collection of humanity's most profound artistic and philosophical achievements while providing a robust legal foundation.

Your UOW Law studies will deliver comprehensive training in Australian legal principles, emphasizing practical skills alongside the ethical and societal framework of law.
You'll engage in deep philosophical examination of art, literature, science, and religion while exploring fundamental concepts like identity, truth, reason, and wisdom. The program reveals how transformative ideas and creative works influence our self-perception and worldview, demonstrating their potential for both positive and negative impact. This combined degree also covers all necessary legal knowledge for professional accreditation, while developing crucial abilities in legal research, drafting, advocacy, and negotiation.

You'll cultivate well-grounded perspectives on modern issues like democratic values, drawing from your study of intellectual history. The curriculum exposes you to diverse viewpoints within Western intellectual traditions as well as often-overlooked perspectives from other cultural backgrounds.
All law students complete mandatory internships, allowing them to practice legal concepts in real-world scenarios. UOW stands alone among NSW universities in guaranteeing this practical experience for every student.