The Bachelor of Biomedicine / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at The University of Newcastle is designed for ambitious students seeking to understand the intricate relationship between scientific advancement and legal frameworks. You will explore critical areas such as human genomics, experimental design, and pharmacology, alongside foundational legal principles like torts, contracts, and criminal law. This combined undergraduate degree equips you with a unique interdisciplinary skillset, preparing you to address complex challenges at the intersection of health, science, and justice in a rapidly evolving professional landscape.
This full-time, on-campus program is studied over five years, offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous scientific inquiry with deep legal analysis. You will engage with core biomedical subjects, including anatomy, human pathophysiology, and infection and immunity, while also developing your legal reasoning through subjects like legal system and method, evidence, and company law. You will graduate with a dual qualification, ready to pursue diverse career paths in areas such as health law, medical research ethics, pharmaceutical regulation, or public policy.