Course Overview

About This Course

Prepare for a dynamic future-ready legal career with a Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts. Build a strong foundation in critical thinking and problem solving to prepare you for the world of tomorrow! You'll explore artificial intelligence, big data, cybersecurity and more, plus gain a solid grounding in constitutional, contract and criminal law.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
Completion or partial completion of a degree
Guaranteed Entry ATAR: 80.0
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
Subject adjustments: A study score of 25 in any Business, any Humanities, Politics or any LOTE equals 2 aggregate points per study
Subject adjustments: A study score of 30 in any Business, any Humanities, Politics or any LOTE equals 3 aggregate points per study
Overall maximum of 12 subject adjustment points (applied to the aggregate, not the ATAR)
International students: Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification
English language: IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
English language: Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65% or above, or equivalent measures

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Solicitor, Legal counsel, Lawyer, Community development officer, Government relations coordinator, Political correspondent

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB VIC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors can I choose in the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts?

Students can choose from eight Arts majors: Climate and Social Justice, Criminology and Social Change, Ethics and Technology, Indigenous Studies, Literature and Creative Writing, Perspectives on Globalisation, Politics, Power and Technology, and Screen Studies and Popular Culture.

Is this course professionally accredited?

Yes, the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts is accredited by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board.

What kind of work integrated learning is included in this double degree?

Work Integrated Learning is a guaranteed part of all bachelor degrees at Swinburne. In this double degree, you'll complete law-related professional experience placements and gain practical legal experience through moot court scenarios and advocacy exercises. In the arts unit, you'll collaborate with fellow students and industry partners to create campaigns for social change.

What are the English language requirements for international students?

International students must satisfy one of the following: an IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0, or Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with an overall score of 70% and all skills at 65% or above, or equivalent measures.

How is Swinburne's Law program ranked?

Swinburne is ranked Top 200 in Law by the Times Higher Education World University Ranking by Subject 2023, and ranked Top 150 in Law by the ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2022.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 03

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