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Explore the world from every perspective. If you have a strong intellectual curiosity, a concern for social wellbeing, and a desire to understand and change your world, then La Trobe's Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) is for you. Develop your knowledge of political institutions and their history. Learn what it means to reason both rigorously and empathetically. Advance your understanding of how the economy works in a world of globalised and interdependent markets. And then combine these perspectives, so you can grasp the tight interconnections between the economy, political institutions, and big ideas about justice. First established at Oxford University in the 1920s, PPE degrees have an impressive record in producing some of the world's leading decision-makers and critical thinkers. La Trobe's PPE degree is Australia's most established. By the end of your degree, you'll be equipped to assume responsibilities for shaping progress in your society, and ready to tackle real-world challenges. You'll also have the flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests, as well as an opportunity to undertake an internship open to all Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics students. You'll learn: Politics and the economy Uncover the impact of power on politics and the economy. Inequality and its effects Discover the nature of inequality and its real-world effects. Wealth and opportunity Explore how wealth and opportunity are concentrated across the globe. Interconnected change Discover the connections between economic growth, technological change and a sustainable environment. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Become a versatile leader in the events industry. The way we gather to celebrate, explore and discuss is changing. In today's global society, event management is about more than bookings and budgets. We're expanding into new physical and digital world, breaking down barriers and expanding inclusion, diversity and empathy. With La Trobe's Bachelor of Business (Event Management), you'll learn the skills you need to deliver successful events and be ready to find innovative solutions to any challenge. Plus, you'll have a foundation in business – so you'll be a flexible, multiskilled graduate. This multidisciplinary course will provide you with a solid grounding in business, then help you build specialist expertise in event management and marketing. With subjects dedicated to digital business, trends in modern business and business analytics, you'll develop a highly sought-after skillset that prepares you for the evolving events space. Want a degree tailored to your interests? Choose electives to complete a second major in another business discipline such as marketing or international business, or broaden your perspective by taking on any other major we offer at La Trobe. With guidance from industry experts working in the field and also teaching, you'll graduate with a practical understanding of the real-world event industry and networks. You'll learn: Event planning and management Understand every aspect of delivering events, including logistics and project management, and study the unique factors involved in coordinating sustainable community events. Digital business Explore how businesses are developing new operating models for the digital economy and develop the skills to design innovative digital solutions. Consumer behaviour Analyse the factors influencing the consumer decision-making process and learn to consider how consumer behaviour shapes the development of marketing strategies. Accounting and finance Discover how to compile and interpret budgets and financial statements and make strategic business planning decisions. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Help build our digital future. The world is drawing closer together. As the speed and quality of digital technologies continues to evolve, we need more passionate professionals who can create meaningful digital solutions. Designed by industry experts, our Bachelor of Information Technology gives you important foundations in programming, system design and project management. Broaden your knowledge through a wide range of electives and, in final year, you'll have the chance to develop a software program of your own. Access our expert research centres including the Centre for Technology Infusion and our state-of-the-art Technology Innovation Lab for the Internet of Things, developed in collaboration with Microsoft and CISCO. Over two semesters, you'll work directly with one of our industry partners like Coles, Microsoft, Bendigo Bank, The Australian Ballet, Bendigo Telco, Incitec Pivot, Telstra and Coliban Water. Solve real-world software or cybersecurity problems and present your project at our annual IT and Engineering Industry Showcase and develop your professional networks. You'll learn: Web and software development Develop and build websites and software. Administer the front end, back end and server side of websites and IT systems. IT systems analysis Understand and analyse IT systems to deliver more efficient and effective IT solutions for your organisation. Design Learn about software, system and network design so you can contribute to making better programs and infrastructure. Programming and networking Learn the language of computers and how they communicate with one another to create working code and smarter systems. Project management, estimation, documentation and report evaluation IT is more than just computers. Learning to manage projects and communicate effectively is a must in any organisational environment. Combine your IT skills with electives in business, social sciences, humanities, web engineering, computer technology, security or information systems analysis. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Qualify for a professional position in accounting, economics, finance, marketing or management and apply your commercial skills to the management of health institutions and practices. The health science component allows you to choose your major from three different scientific disciplines: Public Health, Rehabilitation Counselling, or Human Physiology and Anatomy. The commerce component is designed to develop responsible, engaged, innovative, work-ready graduates by providing you with opportunities to talk and work with business. It comprises an eight-subject common core and an eight-subject primary major, chosen from five key business disciplines: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management and Marketing. The common core, which extends through all three years of the degree, is designed to offer you a broad introduction to business disciplines. You'll apply your disciplinary knowledge, research, analytical and problem solving skills to resolving social, environmental and business problems and opportunities. You'll also have the opportunity to talk with business and community leaders and apply their knowledge and skills in a professional working environment. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Turn your love of sport into a business career. Sport is a central feature of Australian culture – and you don't need to be an elite athlete to take part. The sport management industry offers opportunities in marketing and sponsorship, local government, management and more. La Trobe's Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) gives you an insight into the business structures, cultures and performance-management strategies that underpin sport. You'll build the knowledge and skills needed to kickstart your career behind the scenes of sport. At La Trobe, you'll develop your skills as a business leader and digital disruptor. You'll create strong foundations in accounting, finance, sport management and sport marketing. And you'll explore the social and economic side of sport through business law, sport policy, sport media and human resource management. Flexible electives allow you to take part in overseas business studies with our partner universities in Scotland, Germany, Canada and the United States of America. 1 Discover how to apply sport management theory and develop industry connections with 200 hours of professional placement. Our industry partners include Carlton Football Club, Melbourne City Football Club, Melbourne Rebels and many more. You'll learn: Sport management and marketing Examine the relationship between marketing, management and sport, including strategic sport management, organisational structures and leadership skills. Digital disruption Understand how to harness and leverage the power of new digital technologies within the world of sport. Business analytics Understand how businesses run and learn how to solve problems and improve processes. Accounting and finance Explore the role financial records, transactions, investments and expenditures play in the health and success of businesses. 1 International travel subject to COVID-19 restrictions. Eligibility criteria apply to elective subjects. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Combine your knowledge of international politics, economics and diplomacy with the study of Australian and international law. Your international relations subjects will give you an understanding of the social, political and economic influences on world events. You can take electives in sociology, the global economy, diplomacy, modern political thought, social change and conflict. Your law studies will cover the fundamental principles of Australian law, civil litigation, property, contract and constitutional laws. You can also use your electives to study areas such as human rights law, public international law and international crime. As you progress, you'll have the opportunity to complete additional studies including Honours in Laws and clinical practice in a law firm. You can also take an international relations placement subject, which will prepare you for a career in the field, and participate in international mooting competitions or our winter school subject in Shanghai. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Be a global business leader. Businesses are operating in a highly globalised economy. The business leaders of tomorrow need to be prepared to make the most of emerging markets and opportunities created by new technologies. La Trobe's Bachelor of International Business equips you with the knowledge and skills required by businesses competing in an international environment. You'll cover economics, finance, management, data analysis and marketing with a global perspective. Explore key issues in digital business, corporate responsibility and the challenges of economic development and sustainability. You'll have opportunities to connect with industry, both in the classroom and in the field. Gain real-world experience through our internship program 1. You can also complete part of your degree overseas. 1 You'll learn: International economics and trade Understand how global markets operate and countries interrelate. Examine the impact of international trade policies. Understand Australia's current position and future prospects in the global economy. International management and finance Explore the key challenges of operating across national borders. Identify how a highly globalised financial market affects multinational corporations and local businesses. Investigate how businesses respond to movements in exchange rates, foreign interest rates, labour costs and inflation. International marketing Learn about the nature of the international marketplace and digital economy. Explore the challenges facing marketing managers when operating in a global multicultural environment. 1 Subject to eligibility criteria. 2 Applicable once COVID-19 travel restrictions lift. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

Will you program our new world? As digital disruption continues to reshape our personal and professional lives, businesses are looking for graduates who'll help to evolve their products and systems. Carefully designed by industry experts, our Bachelor of Computer Science will help you establish important foundations in programming, web development, big data and artificial intelligence. You'll also specialise in a key area – software engineering, data engineering or network engineering. Access our expert research centres when you're back on campus, including the Centre for Technology Infusion, the Optus Cyber Security Research Centre and a state-of-the-art research lab for the Internet of Things, developed in collaboration with Microsoft and CISCO. La Trobe is home to one of the largest labs in Victoria. You'll also use your skills to solve real-world problems. Take on an industry-based project with leading organisations including Microsoft, Coles, the Australian Ballet and Incitec Pivot. You'll learn: Computer science fundamentals Gain essential skills in programming, mobile app development, logic and data structures, software development, computer architecture and databases. Web development Learn full-stack web development, including front end and software development using the latest applications. Big data management Learn the latest technologies for analysing big data, including Hadoop and Apache Spark, and learn how to leverage Amazon Web Services. Artificial intelligence (AI) Understand the historical foundations and fundamentals of AI as they apply to machine learning, game playing, state space search and rule-based expert systems. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.

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.

Unlock the secrets of the past by studying the only discipline that looks at the human journey as a whole. As a Bachelor of Archaeology student at La Trobe, you'll study humanity's past through material cultures and physical evidence. You'll learn through hands-on study that teaches you sought-after skills and their real-world applications. Gain the knowledge necessary for ethical heritage management, archaeological fieldwork and working with traditional owner groups, particularly Australia's First Peoples. Advance your career through professional internships or placements with our range of industry and government partners. You'll also have the opportunity to complete internships, field schools, exchanges and study tours internationally. Previous students have travelled to locations like South Africa, Nepal, Sir Lanka, the United Kingdom, Ireland, China and Jordan. The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7.