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UOW is one of the best modern universities in Australia. We connect over 30,000 students from more than 130 nations to learn and discover. We’re young, we’re smart and we work hard enough to be ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world. Join us and see how far you can go.
UOW graduates have the skills employers want. We’ve been rated in the top 100 in the world by employers for nearly a decade. You’ll learn how to learn, how to turn theory into practice, and how people with different skills work together.
YOU’RE IN CONTROL Take control of your life like never before at UOW. Choose your degree. Choose a major. Choose elective subjects, and make exactly the study program you want.
BE SOMEONE YOU’RE PROUD OF Challenge yourself and come out on top at UOW. Tackle big ideas in your degree, push yourself and travel the world on international exchange, bring your learning to life with a UOWx program such as mentoring local students.
THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE Study where the brightest people take the time to learn your name. You’ll be more than a number at UOW, and be taught by world famous educators and researchers. Outside of class, you’ll be part of a campus culture defined by fun and friendship.
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REASONS TO STUDY LAW AT UOW 1. WE SUPPORT YOU
5. WE GIVE YOU THE BIGGER PICTURE
When you start your law degree at UOW, you will be supported by a teaching team that is committed to ensuring that your transition from school to University is as smooth as possible. In the first session of your studies you will undertake all your classes with the same group of students and your seminar class size will be limited to about 25 students. This unique approach gives you greater access to teaching staff, and will help you foster social and learning networks that you can draw on right through to graduation and beyond.
You can learn from talented staff who are undertaking groundbreaking legal research in Australia and overseas. In the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) initiative, administered by the Australian Government, legal research at UOW received a rating of “above world standard”. Our Legal Intersections Research Centre (LIRC) is known for its cutting edge interdisciplinary research in law, social sciences and the humanities. LIRC’s social justice projects seek to transform the law and redress social injustices, with real world impacts. The Faculty’s Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS) is a leading provider of research, education and training, and authoritative policy-related advice on ocean law and governance, maritime security and marine resources management.
2. WE PROVIDE A GREAT EXPERIENCE In the 2013 Australian Law Student Satisfaction Survey*, sponsored by the College of Law and the Law Council of Australia, UOW scored some outstanding results. Of the 35 Law Schools in Australia, UOW law was ranked third overall, and: Ranked 1ST nationally for campus life Ranked 2ND for career support, and student wellbeing Ranked 3RD for overall satisfaction and study experience *survivelaw.com, October 2013
3. WE GIVE YOU PRACTICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE UOW law degrees are underpinned by a unique skills program that complements your study of substantive law, preparing you for entry into the workforce. The practical skills we teach include:
Legal Research and Writing Advocacy Skills Drafting Skills Communication Skills Dispute Management Skills
We believe that practical experience is a vital part of legal training, and are the only law school in Australia that requires all students to complete a work placement (legal internship) as part of their law degree. At UOW, a legal internship is not simply ‘work experience’; it is an opportunity to apply your legal knowledge to real life situations.
4. WE GIVE YOU OPTIONS If you are looking to combine another discipline with your law degree, UOW offers 14 double degree options to law students. Combining Law with a complementary study area gives you the advantage of legal knowledge that you can apply in real world situations. The legal system underpins our entire society, and a good lawyer recognises how the law affects peoples’ lives. Understanding the legal implications of a situation will give you a distinct advantage in a competitive global marketplace. At UOW Law we’re passionate about social justice and making a difference; we encourage you to explore your interest areas and help you carve out your own career options.
6. WE PROVIDE A GLOBAL EXPERIENCE UOW is a truly international university, with a diverse student population, staff from many countries, and extensive links with leading educational institutions around the world. The University is committed to providing opportunities for international experience and cultural exchange, so that students may enrich their academic programs and gain a global outlook. As a UOW student, you can learn another language, and gain first-hand international experience through participation in study tours, study abroad and International Student Exchange Program. Our study abroad exchange programs cover the globe with popular destinations such as Lucerne and Exeter in Europe and Alberta and Colorado in North America. UOW Law School has several arrangements that support international experiences such as the Malaysian Internship Program where students undertake a 20 day internship in a legal environment in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This internship satisfies the mandatory 4 week legal internships requirements of the University of Wollongong LLB program. We also have agreements with other Law schools around the world in Europe, the UK, Canada and more recently Asia. The Soochow University in Taiwan study abroad agreement enables selected UOW Bachelor of Laws students to study a semester abroad at Soochow University School of Law in Taipei. The exchange program is financially supported by the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan. Students receive financial assistance, language training in Mandarin and are immersed in cultural experiences. Such programs are a great opportunity for our students who want to develop a career in the globalised legal services market, with many large Australian commercial law firms desiring LLB graduates with the ability to engage in Asia.
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LEARN FROM THE BEST – OUR TEACHING STAFF
A UOW law degree provides the flexibility to choose from a range of specialisations, and includes 15 double degree options. We also teach a range of practical skills that complement traditional legal study, and are the only Australian University that requires all students to undertake an internship as part of their degree. A UOW law degree can take you anywhere; the destination is up to you.
DR JULIA QUILTER Senior Lecturer
JOHN LITTRICH Senior Lecturer
Dr Julia Quilter is a leading researcher and commentator on the role of criminal law in response to alcohol-fuelled violence. Recognised internationally for her work, her research on the legal response to ‘one punch’ fatalities has provided a valuable evidence-based perspective on what is often an emotionallycharged and highly politicised topic.
John Littrich was admitted as a solicitor to the Supreme Court of NSW in 1989 and High Court of Australia in 1990. He practiced between 1989 and 2002 in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions primarily in the litigation field. He became a NSW Law Society Accredited Specialist in Family Law in 1999.
Dr Quilter joined UOW in 2010 with extensive experience as a solicitor and barrister. She was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of NSW in 2000 and as a barrister of the Supreme Court of NSW and High Court of Australia in 2002. Dr Quilter specialised in criminal and coronial law at the NSW Crown Solicitor’s Office, and has appeared in the High Court of Australia, the NSW Court of Appeal and the NSW Court of Criminal Appeal. She currently teaches criminal law in the Bachelor of Laws degree program and is a member of the School of Law’s Legal Intersections Research Centre (LIRC). “I believe that the most important thing about teaching law is getting students to think critically about the law, and how it impacts the world around them. A good lecturer is not only someone who can present complex information clearly and succinctly; it’s also about engaging your students and inspiring them to want to know more.” 2 UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG
John oversees our School of Law’s unique Legal Internship Program and other experiential learning programs by which students acquire workplace skills and experience. An example is the Community Outreach Service Learning (COSL) program, which links community organisations with volunteer student help. “The Legal Internship Program is unique to the UOW School of Law. It gives students the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge they have acquired in their LLB studies to a work environment and to observe both the connections and the gaps between the law in theory and the law in practice. Students undertake their internships in a wide range of legal environments including government bodies such as the Department of Public Prosecutions, Legal Aid, community and specialist legal centres, private corporations and private law firms large and small. This type of experience is invaluable and gives our graduates a great advantage in terms of workplace readiness.”
DR LOWELL BAUTISTA Lecturer
DR CASSANDRA SHARP Senior Lecturer
Dr Lowell Bautista is recognised for his expertise on the Law of the Sea especially in the area of territorial and maritime boundary issues in the South China Sea. He is a lawyer with over ten years of experience in legal and policy research, litigation and consultancy. He is a member of the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS)—a UOW research strength, and the Asian Law Forum (ALF) —a multidisciplinary research group based at the UOW School of Law.
Dr Cassandra Sharp is the Head of Postgraduate Studies (Law), and has been teaching in the School of Law for the last 16 years. She has a particular passion and dedication to the Integrated First Year Program, and was part of the First Year Teaching Team that was recognised by the Vice Chancellor’s Outstanding Contribution to Teaching and Learning award in 2013 for their efforts to enhance student engagement and success. Cassandra places a high value on the first year of law school and enjoys encouraging students by using contemporary issues and pop cultural references to fuel critical thinking and reflection.
“I am passionate about teaching law at UOW because of the vibrant research environment, especially at ANCORS, which boasts world-class staff considered leaders in their areas of research expertise. The learning environment allows me to share my diverse training and experience in law to positively impact the legal training of hard-working, eager students. I sincerely believe this is a leading Australian law school with a world-class curriculum designed to produce graduates with the essential practical and real-world skills that make them invaluable in any future work environment. At UOW you’ll be taught by highly qualified and committed teaching staff who are passionate about law.”
Cassandra also teaches a Law and Popular Culture elective, which marries her research and teaching interests. The subject investigates how the concept of justice is challenged and/ or maintained through contemporary stories of law. This is further evident in her desire to encourage others to recognise and reflect on the storied nature of law. She also pens a blog— popgoesthelegal.com—that is designed to open dialogue among students and the public on issues surrounding the connection between law and culture.
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GIVE AND TAKE Matched together by LUCY, a mentoring program that connects current female students with highly successful graduates, UOW graduate Erin and current student Alannah discovered what can be achieved with a little give and take.
JUDGE IN RESIDENCE THE HON. TERRY BUDDIN SC The Hon Terry Buddin SC is the UOW School of Law Judge in Residence. Professor Buddin joined UOW in July 2012 as Professor and Director of the post graduate criminal practice law program. He served as a Justice of the Supreme Court of NSW from 2002 to 2012. Professor Buddin was widely regarded as one of the leading criminal lawyers on the Court, both as a trial judge and as a judge sitting on the Court of Criminal Appeal. He took silk in 1996 and held the following statutory appointments: Director of Public Prosecutions (ACT), Senior Public Defender (NSW) and Crown Advocate (NSW). Professor Buddin presents guest lectures and master classes to law students giving them direct access to a highly regarded legal professional.
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I was one form away from dropping my law degree. It was during my first semester at UOW, and to focus purely on my arts/history degree all I had to do was sign one simple form. It seemed too easy for such a big decision, so I left the form on the table and decided to sleep on it. Ten years later I feel honoured to be named by Lawyers Weekly as one of the Top 30 Australian Lawyers Under 30. A career highlight for sure, but mentoring bright students like Alannah gives me just as big of a buzz. My firm has four senior associates, three of us UOW alumni— our managing principal Joydeep Hor has great taste in graduates! He’s also a great mentor, and is sending me to a two-week executive program at Harvard University, USA. When someone invests so much in your future, you can’t help but pay it forward. Alannah definitely has the intelligence and resilience you need to have a successful career in law, if that’s the path she chooses. And I think that’s the key to mentoring: I’m there to guide, motivate and inspire, not make the decisions. So my one piece of advice to Alannah? Keep paying it forward when you make it big (which you will) and think twice before you sign any simple forms.
ERIN LYNCH Senior Associate People + Culture Strategies Bachelor of Arts (History) – Bachelor of Laws
When I saw Erin’s People + Culture Strategies online profile mention that she likes baking and shopping, I knew we were going to get along just fine. Throughout the LUCY program Erin has been brilliant. She is friendly, easy to talk to, always welcoming and great at explaining things in a way that makes them relatable. I applied to take part in the LUCY mentoring program to gain practical experience in a different field of law and because it was good opportunity to develop valuable contacts in the industry. I believe that no matter what you’re going through in life, chances are someone has gone through a similar experience. So it makes sense to seek out these people, take advantage of the knowledge they have to offer and learn from their experiences. And the more the merrier—having more than one viewpoint allows you to see different sides to a situation and decide what’s best for you. Being an In2Uni mentor since 2011, I have discovered that mentoring is definitely a two-way street. I’ve got just as much out of the LUCY program as I have by motivating high school students to achieve their goals for the future. While I’m not sure where I’ll end up after I complete my degrees, I know for certain that I have the right people around me to guide me in the right direction.
ALANNAH CURRY Bachelor of Communication & Media Studies – Bachelor of Laws
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PRACTISING LAW & ACCREDITATION By completing your law degree at UOW, you are completing an academic qualification that is recognised for admission as a lawyer, subject to the completion of practical legal training. Each Australian state or territory has its own requirements for admission as a lawyer, including the completion of an approved law degree and the subsequent completion of an approved course of practical legal training. In NSW, practical legal training must be approved by the Legal Profession Admission Board.
Bachelor of Laws (and Double Degrees) ATAR 90 DURATION 4 years (Bachelor of Laws) 5 years (Double Degrees) 6 years (Engineering-Law Double Degree) STARTS Autumn (February) LOCATION Wollongong UAC Bachelor of Laws: 756100 Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry): 756101 Bachelor of Arts – Bachelor of Laws: 751201 Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws: 751200 Bachelor of Commerce – Bachelor of Laws: 751202 Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies – Bachelor of Laws: 751210 Bachelor of Computer Science – Bachelor of Laws: 751203 Bachelor of Creative Arts – Bachelor of Laws: 751204 Bachelor of Economics and Finance – Bachelor of Laws: 721216 Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Laws: 751208 Bachelor of Information Technology – Bachelor of Laws: 751213 Bachelor of International Studies – Bachelor of Laws: 751212 Bachelor of Journalism – Bachelor of Laws: 751211 Bachelor of Mathematics – Bachelor of Laws: 751206 Bachelor of Science – Bachelor of Laws: 751207 Bachelor of Psychological Sciences - Bachelor of Laws: 751215
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The Bachelor of Laws delivers a comprehensive and highly practical legal education for an extensive range of legal work. You will cultivate reasoning and critical skills to analyse and articulate appropriate and original responses to often complex matters. You will also learn how to investigate, evaluate and interpret legal research and communicate legal concepts effectively.
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
This degree is highly practical and focuses on developing your research skills, written and oral communication, negotiation, drafting and advocacy skills and helps align your strengths to specific career paths. We have a range of electives to help you do that, many of which reflect the school’s expertise in a range of areas including ocean law, media law, and comparative law. UOW law degrees offer a multitude of career options. Choosing a double degree opens up even more opportunities.
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Bachelor of Laws (Direct Entry) – 4 year degree option: 055107A Bachelor of Laws (Graduates Only) – 3 year degree option: 004339G Bachelor of Arts – Bachelor of Laws: 004340C Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws: 078315C Bachelor of Commerce – Bachelor of Laws: 003683K Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies – Bachelor of Laws: 049643E Bachelor of Computer Science – Bachelor of Laws: 012093B Bachelor of Creative Arts – Bachelor of Laws: 005068F Bachelor of Economics & Finance – Bachelor of Laws: 078323C Bachelor of Engineering – Bachelor of Laws: 036465C Bachelor of Information Technology – Bachelor of Laws: 069492E Bachelor of International Studies – Bachelor of Laws: 069060G Bachelor of Journalism – Bachelor of Laws: 058981A Bachelor of Mathematics – Bachelor of Laws: 005069E Bachelor of Science – Bachelor of Laws: 006872C Bachelor of Science (Psychology) – Bachelor of Laws: 029274B
We believe that practical experience is a vital part of your legal training. We are the only law school which requires you to complete a legal internship as part of your degree. This means you get to apply your legal knowledge to real life situations as part of your degree.
4-YEAR DEGREE OPTION Bachelor of Laws (Direct Entry) go.uow.edu.au/blaws
3-YEAR DEGREE OPTION Bachelor of Laws (Graduates Only) go.uow.edu.au/blaws-grad
The best thing about studying law at UOW was the sense of community. The lecturers were supportive, knowledgeable and passionate. The tutorial groups were intimate and friendly and you really had the opportunity to get to know your teachers and vice versa. There were lots of opportunities to get involved in extracurricular or social activities. During my time at UOW, I represented UOW at the Jessup International Law Moot, Shine Torts Moot and the International Humanitarian Law Moot and made a great deal of friends along the way. I commenced my career with a graduate role at King and Wood Mallesons and
rotated through a number of different areas before ultimately settling in Project Finance. A few years in an opportunity came up at Macquarie and I haven’t looked back. I work within the compliance division of the Risk Management Group. Our team partners with the business to ensure that Macquarie’s technology transformation projects comply with applicable laws and regulation. Working with driven people from a range of professional backgrounds including engineers, mathematicians, web developers and ex defence personnel, means that I am constantly challenged to look at problems in a different way and am always learning something new.
ERIN PIATEK Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws (2008) Manager, Compliance, Macquarie Group
Anna Zhou has always had a passion for the law, and knew that with a strong knowledge of our legal system she would have a huge range of career options when she graduated. “I started at National Australia Bank in a graduate program, and now work as an Analyst in a product development role. Every day I go to work I am doing something different. I might be preparing project plans, undertaking competitor analysis, or delivering a presentation on forecast growth for our existing products.
The research and analytical skills I learnt through my law degree have been invaluable. Being able to understand the research process and to articulate those findings in a precise and persuasive manner, while at the same time remaining objective, are critical. It’s really important to figure out what you enjoy and what your strengths and weaknesses are, and choose a degree to complement that. The flexibility that I found at UOW has helped me get to where I am today.”
ANNA ZHOU Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Commerce (2011) Analyst, National Australia Bank
DOUBLE DEGREES BACHELOR OF ARTS – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/barts-blaws With so many majors to choose from in the Bachelor of Arts, this double degree combination is one of our most popular. It provides the foundation for a career in an extensive range of legal work and industries. Modern languages, media studies, philosophy, politics and more: every arts specialisation is relevant within a number of legal contexts.
BACHELOR OF ARTS (PSYCHOLOGY) – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/barts-psych-blaws Professional skills in law and psychology open up many exciting career options with employment opportunities in the private and public sectors. Areas include education, community legal services and public interest advocacy groups.
BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/bsci-psych-blaws Professional skills in law and psychology open up many exciting career options with employment opportunities in the private and public sectors. Areas include education, community legal services and public interest advocacy groups.
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/bcomm-blaws This double degree prepares you for a range of careers that combine both law and commerce giving you the edge as you gain a legal perspective on contemporary and socially responsible business practice. It provides a program of study in commerce, business and administration and further develops analytical and interpersonal skills and high levels of literacy and numeracy. LAW
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BACHELOR OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES – BACHELOR OF LAWS
BACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – BACHELOR OF LAWS
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This degree prepares you to engage with a global media culture within a legal context. It has an international focus and places strong emphasis on research skills. It introduces students to ways in which new media practices shape our everyday lives and ethical and legal considerations both in the workplace, and our local, national and international communities.
In this double degree, you will gain a competitive edge with specialist skills in areas such as database management; programming; information systems analysis and design; communications and networks; and security in an ever-changing industry. You will learn how law functions within a social context, opening up a range of career opportunities as an IT professional with an understanding of legal issues.
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/bcompsci-blaws Combining law with computer science allows students to understand and shape how the law functions within a technical context. This double degree combines the practical, problemsolving skills of computer science and programming with the highlevel analytical, research and communication skills of Law. This will enable you to acquire specialist knowledge and skills across the continually changing landscape of information communication and technology. These skills can be applied across a wide range of applications and you will learn how the structure of data plays an important role in delivering solutions to complex problems.
BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/bistud-blaws This double degree combination opens up a range of international career opportunities in public, private and not-for-profit sectors. By studying a language this degree prepares you to work in a multicultural and globalised economy. It provides students with a deep understanding of international relations, Australia’s involvement in global development and sustainability, and our focus on global media and communications. This double degree is designed for students interested in submersing themselves in culture, and learning firsthand about national and global issues and their impacts on the law.
BACHELOR OF CREATIVE ARTS – BACHELOR OF LAWS
BACHELOR OF JOURNALISM – BACHELOR OF LAWS
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This distinctive degree prepares you to be part of the global creative industries in a legal context. The creative sector is one of the fastest-growing, most dynamic industries in the world bringing with it a range of legal implications.
This degree prepares you to operate professionally in the changing face of journalism and understand the legal implications of a global industry. It opens up a wide range of career options through specialist knowledge in media law, intellectual property law and ethics, and strong production skills in print, online and broadcast journalism. The practical skills you will learn in Law include critical analysis, legal inquiry, negotiation and advocacy, which are necessary for you to excel in the legal profession.
This double degree combination allows you to study a traditional creative discipline such as creative writing, music, theatre, graphic design, photography or visual arts alongside studies in law. From something as simple as pursuing two seemingly different passions to a career defending and promoting free press and artistic expression, this double degree offers many exciting career opportunities.
BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS AND FINANCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/beconfin-blaws In this degree you will gain specialised knowledge of fiscal and monetary policies and economic theory at both micro and macro levels opening up a wide range of legal roles in private, government or corporate organisations. You will develop expertise in business and commercial enterprise, and learn about the behaviour of consumers and firms, the labour market, the environment, and international trade and how to raise, allocate and use financial resources and address global economic issues.
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONOURS) – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/beng-blaws In this double degree combination, you will gain specialised knowledge in a growing global engineering industry and learn how law functions within a social context opening up a range of career opportunities.
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BACHELOR OF MATHEMATICS – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/bmath-blaws In this double degree, you will gain a competitive edge by being able to identify patterns and analyse complex information, develop an ability to interpret data and predict consequential actions, while being acutely aware of legal considerations and the context in which they arise.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – BACHELOR OF LAWS go.uow.edu.au/bsci-blaws Combining science and law allows students to tackle projects such as environmental planning, or look at the legal implications of introducing new technology. You can choose to specialise in one specific area of science or choose to work in corporate advisory roles around social responsibility. This double degree will help you develop logical and independent thinking, creative problemsolving, organisational abilities, numeracy and statistical literacy.
HOW TO APPLY To apply for the Bachelor of Laws or a double degree you need to have the degree listed as a preference with the University Admission Centre (UAC). More information on this process can be found on the UAC website at uac.edu.au UOW also has special entry options for current Year 12 students. These include Early Admissions, Alternative Entry, Local and Regional Bonus Points and Points to UOW schemes. For more information contact Future Students: futurestudents@uow.edu.au
OTHER DEGREES YOU MAY LIKE This booklet is just a sample of the degrees on offer at UOW. Here are a few more from different study areas that may interest you.
Bachelor of Commerce The Bachelor of Commerce offers a foundation year that covers all core disciplines of business. You will receive relevant industry driven content preparing you to succeed in your chosen career, and for the next generation of leadership roles. You have the choice of 11 major study areas and the option of applying for an internship, which provides work-integrated learning. go.uow.edu.au/bcomm-econ
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) This degree will provide you with comprehensive training in the processes basic to human psychological functioning required for qualification as a professional psychologist. Students with an excellent academic record may apply to transfer to the four-year Bachelor of Psychology degree, which provides the academic requirement for eligibility for provisional registration by Psychology Board of Australia. James Goudkamp came to his university studies via a slightly unconventional route, leaving high school at the end of Year 10. He later enrolled in a University Entrance Course at UOW College, and then a law degree at UOW. “My father is a lawyer and I suspect that being exposed to his work piqued my interest in the law. I did a substantial amount of work experience in his office before I commenced my studies, but it was at UOW that I was trained in all of the essential skills that lawyers need. I was taught how to find relevant materials. More importantly, I learned how to reason and argue.” “After I graduated, I joined the Faculty of Law as an Associate Lecturer before undertaking an associateship with the Hon Justice Michael Kirby AC CMG of the High Court of Australia. This led me to Oxford where I pursued postgraduate study, and I’m now an Associate Professor in the Oxford Law Faculty. My path has shown me that hard work always pays dividends, and that there are usually no short cuts to success in one’s professional life.”
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Bachelor of International Studies The Bachelor of International Studies examines the relationships of politics, society, culture, language, and history in a range of countries. You will analyse national and global issues, focusing on the way global forces and interactions increasingly influence domestic politics. As part of the degree, you will study a language minor and be encouraged to study abroad or undertake a study tour. go.uow.edu.au/bistud
DR JAMES GOUDKAMP Bachelor of Science (Distinction) / Bachelor of Laws (Hons), 2003
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