Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science

The University of Notre Dame Australia

CRICOS Institution Code 01032F

Duration

286 weeks

Delivery

On campus

Study Load

Full-time / Part-time

Intakes

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Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science at The University of Notre Dame Australia combines legal training with the fast-evolving field of biomedical science, preparing graduates for the complex regulatory journey new biomedical products take from laboratory to patient. The accredited Laws component covers Criminal, Contract and Property Law among other core subjects, reinforced by practical exercises such as mooting, dispute resolution and client interview competitions.

The Biomedical Science component covers Human Structure & Function, Molecular & Cell Biology, Immunology, Human Genetics, Infectious Disease and Neuroscience, and includes a supervised practicum placement in a government department or private organisation. Because bringing new biomedical products to market requires multidisciplinary teams of research scientists, intellectual property lawyers and clinical trials experts, graduates who understand both medicine and law are in high demand.

Completed over 5.38 years of full-time study on the Fremantle or Sydney campus, graduates can practise law in the specialist area of health sciences, or work in the biomedical industry in regulation, compliance and intellectual property; an Honours award is available.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Perth

88 Guy St, Broome, WA 6725

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

Commonwealth Supported Place available; band mix is ambiguous because the program combines Law (Band 4, $17,400/year) with Biomedical Science (Band 2, $9,537/year) - see the course's own CSP offer letter for the exact banded rate.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic Students

Fremantle (WA) campus

Applicants with recent Secondary Education: Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank of 80, OR International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 29
Applicants with Higher Education: successful completion of at least 4 subjects at undergraduate level or higher, with GPA greater than 5.5 (Tertiary Preparation Programs not accepted for entry)
Applicants with VET study: AQF Diploma or higher in a relevant discipline from an accredited provider (TAFE/RTO)
Applicants with Work and Life Experience (20+ years of age): significant relevant work experience (STAT may be required), OR STAT scores of at least 150 (Multiple Choice) and 150 (Written English), OR two Year 12 WACE/HSC exams equivalent to the ATAR above

Sydney (NSW) campus

Applicants with recent Secondary Education: Prescribed ATAR/Selection Rank, OR equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB) score
Applicants with Higher Education: successful completion of at least 4 subjects at undergraduate level or higher, with GPA greater than 5.5
Applicants with VET study: AQF Diploma or higher in a relevant discipline from an accredited provider (TAFE/RTO)
Applicants with Work and Life Experience (20+ years of age): significant relevant work experience (STAT may be required), OR STAT scores of at least 160 (Multiple Choice) and 160 (Written English), OR two Year 12 WACE/HSC exams equivalent to the Prescribed ATAR

International Students

Same academic entry requirements as domestic students (see above)
English language proficiency (Undergraduate coursework): IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (no band <6.0) | PTE Academic 50 | TOEFL iBT 73 (pre-2026) / 4 overall (2026+, no skill <3.5-4) | CAE/CPE 169

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Solicitor, barrister, judge's associate, research assistant
Regulation, compliance and intellectual property roles in the biomedical industry
Specialist legal practice in health sciences

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AIMS

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units43 units

LAWS1000

Legal Research and Writing

LAWS1010

Legal Process and Statutory Interpretation

LAWS1020

Legal History

SCIE1000

Introduction to Chemistry

HLTH1000

Human Structure & Function

HLTH1100

Exercise in Physiology

BIOL1250

Molecular & Cell Biology

CORE1000

Foundations of Wisdom

LAWS2510

Criminal Law A

LAWS2110

Contract Law A

LAWS2210

Torts A

LAWS2520

Criminal Law B

LAWS2120

Contract Law B

LAWS2220

Torts B

HLTH3014

Data Analysis and Experimental Design

SCIE1150

Introduction to Biological Sciences

HLTH1030

Anatomy and Physiology of Body Systems

HLTH2210

Biochemistry

LAWS2410

Property Law A

LAWS2420

Property Law B

LAWS3002

Administrative Law

HLTH3100

Immunology

HLTH3400

Human Genetics

HLTH3002

Biomedical Science Practicum A

HLTH3250

Infectious Disease

HLTH3450

Neuroscience

HLTH3003

Biomedical Science Practicum B

Core Curriculum Elective (1 approved)

LAWS3600

Advocacy

LAWS3003

Constitutional Law

LAWS2310

Equity

LAWS3210

Corporations & Partnerships

LAWS3001

Evidence

LAWS2320

Trusts

Law Elective Courses (2 required)

LAWS4050

Remedies

LAWS4001

Civil Procedure

LAWS3500

Legal Philosophy

LAWS4620

Alternative Dispute Resolution

LAWS4710

Commercial Practice & Ethics

Law Elective Courses (4 required, including at least one international law elective)

CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom

CORE II: Elective

Electives in philosophy and/or theology, professional embedded electives, a pilgrimage-embedded option (e.g. World Youth Day), a community-service option, or an international-experience elective.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science double degree?

The combined Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science has been designed to be completed over 5.38 years of full-time study, though it is also available on a part-time equivalent basis.

Is the Law component of this degree accredited?

Yes, the Law component of the degree is accredited by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia, and the program places a heavy focus on experiential learning including mooting, public speaking, dispute resolution, and client interview competitions.

Is there a practicum or internship requirement in this double degree?

There are no practicum or internship requirements applicable to the Bachelor of Laws component. However, there are internship requirements applicable to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science component — students are required to undertake a Practicum during the second or third year of their program, working in a related field under the supervision of an approved external supervisor and assessed on the basis of a written report and a confidential report from the supervisor. The Biomedical Science Practicum is a 25 Unit of Credit course.

What are the entry requirements for applicants from Western Australia with recent secondary education?

Applicants with recent secondary education in Western Australia require an indicative ATAR/Selection Rank of 80 (including any Adjustment Factors), or an International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 29. All applicants must also satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency.

What career opportunities are available after completing this double degree?

By completing a Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Biomedical Science, graduates will be able to practise law in the specialist area of health sciences. Alternatively, graduates may also choose to work in the biomedical industry in regulation, compliance, and intellectual property. Because introducing new biomedical products into the market requires the help of multidisciplinary teams, including research scientists, intellectual property lawyers and clinical trials experts, graduates with knowledge in medicine and law are in high demand.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$60,000 – $82,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$82,000 – $100,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$100,000 – $130,000/yr

Career Paths

Medical Laboratory Scientist
Research Scientist
Biomedical Scientist
Clinical Research Associate
Pathology Technician / Scientist

Key Skills

Laboratory techniques including microscopy, cell culture, and PCR
Analysis and interpretation of medical and diagnostic laboratory data
Research design, experimental methodology, and scientific reporting
Critical thinking and evidence-based problem-solving
Understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology

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