Dual degree Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws

Program Overview

This dual degree program combines a BA from the University of Lethbridge and an LLB from Bond University in Australia, allowing students to complete both degrees in five years. Students begin with two years of BA coursework at Lethbridge, followed by three years of LLB coursework at Bond, and conclude with one year of additional BA coursework at Lethbridge. Upon completion, graduates are eligible for careers in law and related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• This dual degree program combines a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from the University of Lethbridge and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Bond University in Australia.
• Students can complete the program in five years.
• The program provides an alternative path to studying and practicing law in Canada.

Outline:

Years 1-2: University of Lethbridge

• Students complete 20 courses (60.0 credit hours) in their chosen BA major.
• Course requirements vary depending on the chosen major.

Years 3-4: Bond University

• Students are eligible to apply to Bond University for the LLB portion of the dual degree upon successful completion of their BA course requirements.
• The LLB portion consists of 24 courses (72.0 credit hours).

Year 5: University of Lethbridge

• Students return to the University of Lethbridge for an additional 10 courses (30.0 credit hours) to complete their BA/LLB program.

Careers:

Possible Careers

• Lawyer
• Legal executive
• Trademark attorney
• Advocate
• Management consultant
• Policy analyst
• Contract management
• International diplomacy
• General counsel