Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws
La Trobe University
About
Combine studies in accounting, economics, finance, management and marketing with the thorough knowledge of the law you need for legal practice in this double degree.
Your Bachelor of Commerce offers a choice of five majors:
accounting, economics, finance, management or marketing.
Our Professional Communication and Practice in Business program provides opportunities for you to engage with business professionals through internships, practicums, case studies, travel tours, company visits and professional industry-led seminars.
These experiences give you the chance to discuss current business issues and see how your studies apply in a professional environment.
We focus on developing your skills in critical thinking, analysis, advocacy, mediation and negotiation, and allow you to build a specialised degree through your elective choices.
You'll also get the chance to work with judges and magistrates, and undertake placements in real legal workplaces.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.
Structure
First year
| Semester | FIN1FOF | BUS1ECW | LAW1LIM | LAW1DR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Fundamentals of Finance | Modern Economies in a Changing World | Legal Institutions and Methods | Dispute Resolution |
| Semester 2 | Analyse and Ideate | Analysing Business Data | Principles of Public Law | Level 1, Primary Commerce Major core (15 cps) |
Second year
| Semester | LAW2CTA | LAW2TOT | OPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Contract Law A | Principles of Tort Law | Level 2, Primary Commerce Major core (15 cps) | |
| Semester 2 | Evaluate and Negotiate | Principles of Criminal Law | Contract Law B | Level 2, Primary Commerce Major core (15 cps) |
Third year
| Semester | LAW2STA | LAW2FPL | OPTION | OPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Statutory Interpretation | Foundations of Property Law | Level 2, Primary Commerce Major core (15 cps) | Level 3, Primary Commerce Major core (15 cps) |
| Semester 2 | Principles of Constitutional Law | Civil Procedure | Real Property Law | Level 3, Primary Commerce Major core (15 cps) |
Fourth year
| Semester | LAW2ECP | OPTION |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Evidence and Criminal Procedure | Level 2 or Level 3 Law School elective |
| Semester 2 | Principles of Administrative Law | Level 3 Law School List A elective |
| Semester |
|---|
| LIST B |
| LIST B |
| LIST B |
| LIST B |
Fifth year
| Semester | LAW3CMP | LAW3ETR | OPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Company Law | Principles of Equity and Trusts | Level 3 or Level 4 Law School elective # (15 cps) |
| Semester 2 | Remedies | Legal Practice and Conduct | Law School List A elective subject |
| Semester 2 | LAW4LPP - Legal Practice and Conduct - Clinical Placement (this subject is by application only) |
Law electives
| Semester |
|---|
| List A Law School Elective Subjects |
| List A Law School Elective Subjects |
| List A Law School Elective Subjects |
| List A Law School Elective Subjects |
Commerce 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.
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 Commerce/Bachelor of Laws [196.0 KB].
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in any Business, any Humanities or Legal Studies 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.
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
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.
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
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.
Selection rank adjustments
Subject adjustments
VCE: A study score of 25 in any Business, any Humanities or Legal Studies 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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