Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Communication

Start dates

• Trimester 1 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027
• Trimester 2

English language requirements

• IELTS Academic — 7 overall (no band below 6.5)

  English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows: A minimum overall band score of 7.0 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.5 OR a minimum score of 580 on TOEFL OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 92 (no score less than 22) OR no score less than 4 in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only) OR a minimum overall score of 185 (no score less than 176) on C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English) OR an overall score of 65 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 58. English test results must be no more than two years old. International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree. The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students. The above requirements are HIGHER than the requirements stipulated in university policy. Applicants should refer to the following procedure for further information: Admission Procedure The requirement to demonstrate an IELTS (Academic) of 7.0 or an equivalent level of proficiency in English will apply to all International students with the exception of those students who are admitted via one of the following English language admission pathways: Satisfactory completion of one of the qualifications specified in the following schedule: English Language Proficiency Schedule Satisfactory completion within the past five years of at least two years full-time equivalent of post-secondary, higher education sector accredited associate degree or degree level study or equivalent in a country specified in the above Schedule A in which the language of instruction and assessment/examination for the entire two years was in English. Satisfactory completion within the past five years (from Canada [excluding Quebec], New Zealand, Australia, Republic of Ireland, United States or United Kingdom) of senior secondary, post-secondary, higher education sector accredited associate degree or degree level study or equivalent for at least two years full-time equivalent. If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches.

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About this course

Some courses in this program are scheduled to be offered at the Treasury Building at our Brisbane City campus in 2027. If scheduled opening is delayed, courses may be delivered all or in part at our other Brisbane locations. Queensland's #1 university for law and criminology. (ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2026) Bring together the power of legal knowledge and the influence of modern communication. With this double degree, you'll build a strong foundation in legal practice while gaining the writing, media and strategic communication skills to engage audiences. Whether you're interested in advocacy, journalism, policy, digital media or social justice, this degree prepares you to navigate complex issues and graduate with confidence in fields where communication is the key to success. Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Communication Develop in-depth knowledge of core legal areas including crime, contracts, property, torts, corporate law, ethics and Indigenous and international perspectives. Gain practical legal experience from your first year through moots, court visits, industry networking and real client work with the Griffith Legal Clinic program. Build advanced communication skills in digital media production, professional writing, storytelling and content creation. Learn in industry-standard media studios and gain experience through student newsrooms, media projects and communication initiatives. Benefit from strong industry connections, internships and partnerships across media, government, corporate, community and legal sectors. Where law meets communication In your law studies, you'll learn from practising legal educators, judges in residence and industry professionals while gaining a deep understanding of the role law plays in society. Your communication studies will give you the ability to craft messages that inform, persuade and empower through a range of media platforms. Together, these qualifications prepare you for career paths that require both legal insight and communication expertise. Majors Communication majors Journalism: Build core reporting and writing skills across print, digital and broadcast platforms, from hard news to long-form features. You'll explore investigative techniques, global reporting and human rights journalism, gaining experience with tools like data visualisation, Freedom of Information processes and multimedia storytelling. With a focus on ethical, solutions-driven reporting, this major prepares you for a dynamic media landscape, whether in traditional newsrooms, digital media or independent journalism. Strategic Communication: Learn how to shape messages that influence, engage and inspire. This major prepares you to craft persuasive, ethical communication across industries, from media relations and public campaigns to health, crisis and entertainment communication. You'll gain practical experience developing strategy, managing media and responding to real scenarios including political campaigns and emergency events. Whether you're promoting a brand, managing reputation or navigating public discourse, you'll be equipped with the skills to lead communication in an evolving media landscape.

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Communication is a bachelor (honours) course at Griffith University, Queensland in Queensland. It is listed as 5 years of study. Published intakes include Trimester 1 2027, 2027, Trimester 2. Annual tuition is listed at AUD 38,000 for 2026 (indicative). The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 7 (no band below 6.5).

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Administrative details

Course code

1692

CRICOS

115629G

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