Laws and Computer Science

With the growth in scientific research and the commercialisation of new technologies, graduates with knowledge in both science and law are increasingly sought after.

This double degree course provides practical legal skills and an awareness of the complex interaction between science and society.In an age of increasing technological advancements, the link between science and the law will only become stronger.

This means as a graduate with a double degree in science and law you will have the power to choose which career you follow.With a comprehensive range of majors in science to choose from and a rich repertoire of law electives, the course can be tailored to meet your individual interests.

Structure

Double degree courses include the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced. LawL3001 Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course is a specialist course that develops through themes: legal methodology and legal practice, public law and private law. The specialised knowledge and advanced skills are imparted in later year elective units, including a final year project involving intensive research and writing. Part A. Legal methodology and legal practice This theme includes the nature of law, and particularly statute law enacted by parliaments and common law developed by courts. It also includes the key concepts, principles and methods of research and reasoning that enable lawyers to identify and interpret law and apply it to relevant facts in order to provide legal advice. It covers the law of procedure and evidence that governs judicial proceedings, alternative methods of resolving legal disputes, and the code of ethics that regulates the professional conduct of legal practitioners. Part B. Public lawPublic law includes constitutional law, administrative law and criminal law. It concerns the powers and procedures of the legislative, executive and judicial organs of government, and how they are regulated and controlled by 'the rule of law'. It also concerns the legal relationship between government and individuals, including the protection of individual rights. Part C. Private lawPrivate law deals with legal relationships between legal persons, including corporations as well as individuals. It includes the study of property rights, contractual rights and obligations, wrongs (called 'torts') such as trespass and the negligent infliction of injury, and the law of equity and trusts. Part D. Extending specialised knowledge and advanced skills: Law electivesIn later years of the course, you will be able to choose from a broad range of elective law units. High achieving students may also include one or two master's units in their final year of study. Elective law units enable you to develop specialised knowledge and advanced skills in areas of law that suit your own interests, skills and career goals. In addition to public and private law, these include international law, commercial law and human rights law. You will have opportunities to study overseas, and to undertake work-based learning, for example, in our legal clinical program and in local and international internships. Computer ScienceC2001 Bachelor of Computer Science course is a specialist course that develops through the themes of computer science foundation study, professional skills study, specialist discipline knowledge, problem-solving and analytic skills study, which come together in applied practice. Part A. Computer science foundation study This study will develop your understanding of the role and theoretical basis of computer science and computational methods. Part B. Professional skills study This study develops professional skills by providing an understanding and appreciation of the ethical and professional guidelines applicable to computer science, developing the ability to work as an effective team member, developing the ability to communicate proficiently and appropriately for professional practice, and developing formal project management skills. Part C. Specialist discipline knowledge This study will develop your in-depth knowledge of the specific computer science methods of your specialised field within computer science. Part D. Problem solving and analytical skills study This study will develop your ability to apply appropriate methodologies in computer science and develop efficient computational solutions. It develops strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply analytical thinking. Part E. Applied practice The above knowledge and skills are integrated and consolidated in applied practice as demonstrated in a computer or data science project, and in some cases in an industry-based learning placement.

Course requirements

This course comprises 252 credit points, of which 156 credit points are from the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (including all the requirements in Part A, B, C and D for the single degree) and 96 credit points from the Bachelor of Computer Science (including all of the requirements in Part A, B, C, D and E for the single degree).

Course progression mapsThe course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

If you started your course in semester two, please refer to the mid-year course progression map.

Qualifications

Equivalent Australian Year 12

Recent secondary education

ATAR requirements

ATAR

98

Note Lowest Selection Rank to which an offer was made

94

Note Monash guarantee for 2021 entry

95.95

Note Lowest ATAR to which an offer was made ATAR explained Monash is committed to admissions transparency

Subject prerequisites

All applicants must satisfy the following prerequisites or their equivalents.

Australian VCE subjects

English

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 35 in English (EAL) or at least 30 in English other than EAL

Maths

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics

Sciences/Other

N/A

IB subjects

English

English SL 5 or English HL 4 or English B SL 6 or English B HL 5

Maths

At least 4 in Mathematics SL or 3 in Mathematics HL or 3 in Further Mathematics HL

Sciences/Other

N/A

VET Study

Applicants will not be admitted to this course solely on the basis of a VET qualification.

This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites.

Higher education

Non- school leavers

Applicants who have partially completed an undergraduate degree must have completed the equivalent of one year of full time study (a minimum of 48 credit points) and a maximum of two years (96 credit points) of a recognised university degree; and achieved a distinction average or better across all the university units, irrespective of discipline. It is important to note that achieving a distinction average does not guarantee a successful application. The distinction average is a minimum entry criteria to be eligible for admission, and the average will then be the basis for ranking candidates. Selection is competitive due to limited places available.

This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Work and life experience

Multiple pathways to this course

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 12 are eligible to apply for this course.

Applicants with no formal secondary or tertiary qualifications are not eligible to apply for this course. This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

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All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites.

Alternative qualifications and prerequisites

For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.

English requirements

• IELTS: score of 7.0 with no individual band score less than 6.5.
• TOEFL Paper-based test: 587 with a TWE of 4; or
• TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 94 overall with Writing: 24, Listening: 20, Reading: 19, Speaking: 20; or
• Equivalent approved English test

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.