Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Science
La Trobe University
About
Gain expertise in two highly-respected areas of knowledge by combining science studies with an understanding of the law.
This five-year double degree opens up a range of career opportunities across science and law, including stem cell research, genetics and climate change.
Our law degree has a strong focus on global and social justice.
You'll study the essential legal areas like criminal law, constitutional law and legal ethics.
You will have the opportunity to study science-related subjects such as intellectual property law and medicine and the law.
Also, you can gain practical experience through our judicial mentoring program that allows you to spend a semester shadowing a judge or magistrate.
You can also undertake supervised legal work through one of our clinical legal education subjects.
You'll have the opportunity to participate in additional studies including Honours in Laws.
Your subjects will also help you build practical legal skills in advocacy, mediation and negotiation.
You'll have the opportunity to participate in additional studies including Honours in Laws, and clinical practice in a law firm.
The science component of this degree can be tailored to your interests.
Get hands-on experience through lab studies and field trips and choose from a range of specialisations including:
botany computer science psychology chemistry physics.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.
Structure
First year
| Semester | LAW1DR | LAW1LIM | SCI1LUE | OPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Dispute Resolution | Legal Institutions and Methods | Big Ideas In Science: Life, the Universe & Everything | Level 1 Science elective (15 credit points) |
| Semester 2 | Principles of Criminal Law | Principles of Public Law | Choose one subject from the quantifying science subjects1 (15 credit points) |
Second year
| Semester | LAW2CTA | LAW2TOT | SCI2COP | OPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Contract Law A | Principles of Tort Law | Big ideas in Science: Career Options and Professional Identity | Level 1 or Level 2 Science Major subject (15 credit points) |
| Semester 2 | Contract Law B | Principles of Constitutional Law | Level 1 or Level 2 Science Major subject (15 credit points) |
Third year
| Semester | LAW2STA | LAW2FPL | LAW2ECP | OPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Statutory Interpretation | Foundations of Property Law | Evidence and Criminal Procedure | Level 2 Science Major subject (15 credit points) |
| Semester 2 | Civil Procedure | Real Property Law | Level 2 or Level 3 Law School elective (15 credit points) |
Fourth year
| Semester | LAW3CMP | LAW3ETR | OPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Company Law | Principles of Equity and Trusts | Level 3 or Level 4 Law School elective (15 credit points) | |
| Semester 2 | Principles of Administrative Law | Remedies | Legal Practice and Conduct | Level 3 or Level 4 Law School elective (15 credit points) |
| Semester 2 | LAW4LPP - Legal Practice and Conduct - Clinical Placement (this subject is by application only) |
Fifth year
| Semester | OPTION |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Level 3 Science Major subject (15 credit points) |
| Semester 2 | Level 3 or Level 4 Law elective (15 credit points) |
Majors
Entry requirements
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last two years)
Prerequisite
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
ATAR (Compulsory)
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
*N/A: Students not accepted in this category, NC: New course, N/P: Not published (includes categories with less than five students). Learn more about our processes View the 2020 ATAR distribution report for the Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Science [195.8 KB].
Bridging and enabling courses
Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade.
Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the Prerequisites webpage.
Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript with their application.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, any Humanities, Legal Studies, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Physics or Psychology equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with higher education study
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Entire Academic Record (Compulsory)
This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
English Language Test Selection
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
Bridging and enabling courses
Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade.
Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the Prerequisites webpage.
Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript with their application.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Academic Record (Compulsory)
Applicants who have not successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or equivalent are ineligible to apply for this course. This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
English Language Test Selection
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
Bridging and enabling courses
Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade.
Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the Prerequisites webpage.
Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript with their application.
Selection rank adjustments
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
Applicants with work and life experience
Prerequisite
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Admission criteria
Academic Record (Compulsory)
Applicants who have not successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or equivalent are ineligible to apply for this course. This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
English Language Test Selection
Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.
Bridging and enabling courses
Some prerequisites for this course can be satisfied by successfully completing specific subjects offered through Unilearn and achieving the minimum overall grade.
Further details and minimum overall grade information is available from the Prerequisites webpage.
Applicants who complete Unilearn studies must also submit a copy of their 'Statement of Achievement' and transcript with their application.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, any Humanities, Legal Studies, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Physics or Psychology equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Special Access Schemes
For information on adjustment factors that may be applicable, such as those through Special Entry and Access Schemes (SEAS) and other La Trobe special access schemes see: Special access schemes
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