This double degree provides qualifications in both environmental science and law. The legal qualification meets the academic requirements for admission as a legal practitioner in all Australian States and Territories.

Entry Requirements

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English and Mathematics.

Recommended studies: Biology and/or Chemistry.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

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The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at UNE is a multidisciplinary program that develops a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and applied aspects of sport, exercise and health. The course includes core studies in human structure, function and behaviour before further study on the acute and chronic physiological and psychological responses to exercise. Analytical, technical and professional skills are developed in the areas of movement analysis, health and fitness assessment and exercise training for health and performance. Students complete 140 hours of workplace experience in their final trimester of study to practice these skills. Graduates are recognised for their expertise in the design and implementation of exercise interventions to prevent disease and improve athletic performance.

Entry Requirements

Assumed knowledge is English and Mathematics and recommended study is Biology, Chemistry, Physics and/or Health and Physical Education.

International students must meet the University's English language requirements.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

To attain full membership with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), students must complete 140 hours of practicum experience. Practicum may be completed in hospital/clinical services, occupational rehabilitation, exercise delivery for apparently healthy clients, sports science/performance, exercise & sports science research and/or workplace health. These hours are to be completed under the supervision of:

i) an Accredited Exercise Physiologist

ii) an exercise professional with, or capable of, attaining full membership of ESSA;

iii) a university-trained allied health professional with experience in exercise delivery, and/or

iv) a certificate IV in fitness trained individual with at least 10 years FTE experience within the exercise & sports science industry**.

The clinical placement officer will assist students in identifying suitable practicum sites/supervisors, and facilitate the practicum placement process. It is the student's responsibility to approach practicum sites/supervisors and arrange the terms of their placement under the guidance of the clinical placement officer. International placements can be proposed for consideration.

* Under extenuating circumstances** the supervision of students working with apparently healthy clients may be completed by an individual with a certificate 4 in fitness who has at least ten years (full time equivalent) experience in exercise delivery. The supervisor will be required to have received an induction*** into student supervision.

**Extenuating circumstances include an inability to obtain a University trained professional.

***The induction into student supervision can be completed by the Academic Unit and should comprise elements such as expectations of the university, one-on-one supervision of students, and guidelines on conflict resolution and evaluation.

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The Bachelor of Financial Administration is an Accredited Undergraduate Course of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, CPA Australia and Institute of Public Accountants. The degree covers introductory as well as advanced level units in financial and management accounting, finance, auditing, company and taxation law, information systems, economics and business statistics, while still allowing flexibility to engage with other subject areas to complement your accounting focus. This is the degree for students who want to pursue a career in accounting, but still have some flexibility to study in related areas.

The Bachelor of Financial Administration provides the opportunity for an exciting career in accounting, a field that offers challenge, variety and job satisfaction; an opportunity to travel and work overseas and the opportunity to diversify your career into various sectors of the business community.

Entry Requirements

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English. For some units in the economics, finance and quantitative areas it is recommended that students have previously studied mathematics. Also Accounting, Economics and Business.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

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This course is designed to provide knowledge and skills applicable to a career in the financial services industry. In particular, the focus is on financial planning. Thus the course will give students the skills to understand and apply wealth creation principles to assist clients in achieving individual or family financial objectives through the financial planning process. The course is intended to equip students with the skills required to operate in an increasingly competitive environment.

Students will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of areas such as managing wealth, estate planning, risk management, the stock market, investment and portfolio management, modern portfolio theory, financial analysis, taxation, superannuation, mutual funds, applied economics, social benefits, insurance, selling and sales techniques, and relevant private and corporate law.

The course will: a) provide a thorough grounding in the theory of finance and financial planning; b) show the application of theory of finance and financial planning; and c) require students to apply their knowledge to real world problems and projects.

Entry Requirements

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English.

Recommended studies: Mathematics for some units in the economics, finance and quantitative statistics areas. Also Accounting, Economics and Business.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

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This combined degree requires the completion of units in both law and financial services. It provides the opportunity and flexibility to pursue either a legal or financial services career or use the legal knowledge gained in the financial or commercial sector.

The Bachelor of Laws requires the completion of 144 credit points. Students must complete 18 compulsory units (108 credit points) covering areas of study required for admission as a legal practitioner. Students must select a further 6 units (36 credit points) from a number of law electives.

The Law degree is accredited by the Legal Profession Admission Board of NSW for admission to practise in that State and mutual recognition legislation extends this recognition to other Australian jurisdictions.

The Bachelor of Financial Services is designed to provide knowledge and skills applicable to a career in the financial services industry or in law. In particular, the focus is on financial planning, tax and law. The course is intended to equip students with the skills required to operate in an increasingly competitive environment.

Students will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of areas such as managing wealth, estate planning, risk management, the stock market, investment and portfolio management, modern portfolio theory, financial analysis, taxation, superannuation, mutual funds, applied economics, social benefits, insurance, selling and sales techniques, and relevant private and corporate law.

Entry Requirements

Assumed knowledge is any two units of English.

Recommended studies: Mathematics for some units in the economics, finance and quantitative areas.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Incidental unit costs

Notes

Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in the Bachelor of Financial Services component of this course. There are no mandatory intensive schools in the Bachelor of Laws component of this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.

Financial Services component: Work related components will be included in the course, particularly related to simulated client interviews and writing reports based on the interviews; analysing simulated clients' financial needs, preparing risk profiles and writing Financial Plans.

WORK300 can be included as a unit if the student is able to line up an appropriate workplace and a program that does not conflict with their studies.

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