Course Overview

About This Course

Subjects available in the Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology offer a solid foundation across several domains including Networking, Databases, Systems Analysis & Design, Programming, Web and Mobile Technologies, Project Management, Professional Communications, Operating Systems and Human Computer Interaction. It also covers the necessary mathematical and statistical skills as needed by an ICT practitioner. The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) program satisfies the academic degree requirements for admission to practice as an Australian lawyer. Students will engage in collaborative face-to-face problem and case-based learning, will be supported by online learning materials, and will participate in authentic assessment to develop knowledge and skills. The program provides students with a broad progressive legal education with a strong practical orientation to the law. Students develop skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, research, communication, collaboration, self-management, and ethical and professional awareness and judgement. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills in legal advocacy, negotiation, and legal technology and extend their professional and learning experiences through work integrated learning, clinical placement and international exchange engagements. The Information and Communications Technology component of the program is accredited by the Australian Computer Society and involves applied study of systems analysis and design, networking, programming and databases, web development, project management, communications, operating systems, human computer interaction and numeracy. This program is designed for high-achieving law students in the Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology/Bachelor of Laws program who wish to undertake an extended level of study and research in law.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)

Duration

Full Time: 5 Years

Intakes

Autumn 2027 (starts 01 March 2027)

Study Mode

Full Time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Tertiary Education: 1. Achievement of a threshold admission average mark (AAM) of at least 70; and 2. Submission of Research Proposal; and 3. Availability and appointment of a principal supervisor by the Dean of the School; and 4. Students must have successfully passed 160 Law subject credit points at the time of applying for the honours program. Students are encouraged to consult with the School Honours Coordinator to assess their eligibility for admission and seek advice if they do not meet the pre-requisites.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

Commercial advisor
IT systems architecture
Systems integrator
Solicitor or Barrister
Network adminstrator
Mobile application development

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB NSW)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units114 units

INFO1003

Professional Practice, Communication and Ethics

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS1003

Fundamentals of Australian Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS2004

Criminal Law

Core — 10 credit points

INFS2001

Database Design and Development

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS4016

Legal Research and Methodology

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS3081

Administrative Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS4004

Criminal Procedure and Evidence

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS2003

Contracts

Core — 10 credit points

COMP2004

Computer Networking

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS2013

Torts Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS2001

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS4015

Constitutional Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS3018

Equity & Trusts

Core — 10 credit points

COMP1005

Programming Fundamentals

Core — 10 credit points

COMP2021

Software Engineering Fundamentals

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS4013

Civil Procedure and Arbitration

Core — 10 credit points

COMP3028

Software Construction

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS3045

Law of Associations

Core — 10 credit points

COMP2027

Cyber Security

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS2015

Professional Responsibility and Legal Ethics

Core — 10 credit points

INFO3019

Project Management

Core — 10 credit points

COMP2015

Programming Techniques

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS3082

Property Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS1009

Legal Analysis and Critique

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS4011

Law Honours Dissertation

Core — 20 credit points

LAWS2008

Government and Public Law

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS4014

Remedies

Core — 10 credit points

MATH1038

Mathematics for Computing

Core — 10 credit points

COMP3018

Professional Experience

Core — 10 credit points

HUMN1013

Contextualising Indigenous Australia (Day Mode)

Core — 10 credit points

LAWS3023

Family Law