Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Arts
Swinburne University of Technology
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00111D
Prepare for a dynamic future-ready legal career with a Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts. Build a strong foundation in critical thinking and problem solving to prepare you for the world of tomorrow! Youll explore artificial intelligence, big data, cybersecurity and more, plus gain a solid grounding in constitutional, contract and criminal law.
Structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Laws/ Bachelor of Arts requires students to complete units of study to the value of 500 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
Subjects
- LAW10010 Introduction to Australian Law and Statutory Interpretation
- LAW10011 Contract Law
- LAW10013 Commercial Law
- LAW10014 Torts 1
- LAW10015 Criminal Law and Procedure
- LAW10025 Torts 2
- LAW10026 Legal Writing
- LAW20009 Evidence
- LAW20010 Administrative Law
- LAW20011 Trade Marks and Related Rights
- LAW20012 Federal and State Constitutional Law
- LAW20013 Property Law
- LAW20014 Land Law
- LAW20040 Legal Technology and Innovation
- LAW20043 Copyright
- LAW30011 Patents and Designs
- LAW30012 Equity and Trusts
- LAW30013 Company Law
- LAW30015 Legal Practice and Professional Conduct
- LAW30029 Civil Procedure and Alternative Dispute Resolution
- LAW10016 Professional Experience in Law 1
- LAW20018 Professional Experience in Law 2
- LAW30016 Professional Experience in Law 3
- ART10002 Technology and Society
- ART20003 Skills and Strategies for Social Change
- ART30004 Changemakers in Action
- ART30005 BA Professional Practice
Standard entry requirements
Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
Recognition
The Bachelor of Laws satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practice as a lawyer in the Victorian and Australian Federal legal systems as set by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board. Please be advised that non-academic requirements must also be satisfied for admission to practice and that no law degree allows graduates to practise straight away. Depending on the choice of Arts major, graduates may be eligible to apply for membership of relevant professional societies.
Study pathways
Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides advanced standing to the second. Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn | Domestic: $84,960 International: $216,400 |
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Further information
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides students with opportunities to gain invaluable skills and confidence in knowing that they have what it takes to land a job in their field by graduation. Students can also earn credit towards their degree. Choose from 6- or 12-month professional placements, professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements. Note: Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions.
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