Essentially, if you are not combining a Bachelor of Laws with a degree with a focus similar to that of the Bachelor of Laws, such as a Bachelor of Commerce (Business Law), then it is likely that the degree that you will be combining with a Bachelor of Laws will differ significantly in terms of focus, which is evident given the nature of a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Arts. You may wish to consider whether you intend to pursue a career in law or a career in science/music. However, from your question, it seems that you are prioritising a legal career. In such a case, the Bachelor of Laws component will be the primary consideration, in addition to any relevant work experience that you may have gained throughout your time at university. The other degree that you end up choosing to combine with the Bachelor of Laws will not affect your employability. Generally speaking, completing a double degree demonstrates a passion and an ability to pursue multiple fields and may indicate versatility, which is always a good thing.
Whilst I am not entirely sure as to the specific career opportunities that you will be able to access with a Bachelor of Arts (Music), career opportunities that you will be able to access by completing a Bachelor of Science include:
- Research-based careers - There are various career paths that are focused on research that you can access or approach as a Bachelor of Science graduate. You may have the option of becoming a scientist (for instance environmental/agricultural/life scientist) or pursuing an academic position at an educational institution, such as a university lecturer, which will require further study.
- Non-research careers - Examples of careers that do not involve research that are accessible to Bachelor of Science graduates include:
- Science technician - This seems like an appropriate profession for someone who is not interested in research but still wishes to work in science. Science technicians typically prepare materials for experiments, maintain relevant equipment, provide support to scientists and students and may be tasked with fieldwork and presenting results (where applicable). Since you are likely to specialise in chemistry or a field relevant to chemistry, this may be a potential career pathway. Additionally, science technicians tend to have stable growth.
- Laboratory manager - Laboratory managers are the people responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient running of labs to the best of their abilities. Their tasks include managing and supervising staff and supplies in addition to maintaining safety standards. Again, it appears that becoming a laboratory manager necessitates in one of a number of fields, including chemistry, meaning that if you choose to major in chemistry or a field relevant to chemistry, laboratory management may be a possible career pathway for you. Additionally, laboratory managers tend to have strong growth.
I hope this helps!
