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Course Overview
Develop the legal judgement and global perspective to navigate complex legal and global challenges across borders with La Trobe University's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies.
In this double degree, you will build a strong foundation in Australian law while exploring the global systems, political structures and cultural perspectives that shape today's interconnected world. You'll study legal principles, advocacy, negotiation and dispute resolution alongside international relations, geopolitics, conflict and negotiation, human rights and sustainability, learning how legal, political and institutional systems interact across countries, cultures and regions.
Gain practical experience through legal placements, community engagement, international projects and globally focused applied learning. Tailor your degree through global studies subjects that complement your legal studies, including language studies and opportunities to build international experience through overseas study.
By studying the Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies, you will learn how to:
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
Plenty Rd, Bundoora, Melbourne, Victoria 3086
Student Information
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Eligibility
Domestic students:
Recent secondary education (Year 12)
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
Selection rank adjustments
VCE: A study score of 35 in English (EAL) equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English other than EAL equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 25 in any Business, any Humanities, Legal Studies or any Mathematics equals 4 aggregate points per study. A study score of 20 in any LOTE equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Additional selection information
International students:
Recent secondary education (Year 12)
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
English language requirements
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Career & Study Pathways
Graduate with the legal judgement and global perspective to navigate legal, political and cultural systems across borders. Possible careers include:
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB VIC)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
State Legal Admission Authority
Course Content
Academic Integrity Module
Wominjeka La Trobe: Indigenous Cultural Literacy for Higher Education
Dispute Resolution
Introduction to Global Studies
Legal Institutions and Methods
Principles of Criminal Law
Principles of Public Law
States, Security and International Relations
Contract Law A
Contract Law B
International Law and Organisations
Principles of Constitutional Law
Principles of Tort Law
Civil Procedure
Foundations of Property Law
Real Property Law
Statutory Interpretation
Evidence and Criminal Procedure
Principles of Administrative Law
Company Law
Principles of Equity and Trusts
Law Internship B
Legal Practice and Conduct
Legal Research Project
Legal Practice and Conduct Clinical Placement
Issues in Global Politics
Common Questions
The Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies is a double degree offered at La Trobe University, combining legal education with a focus on global studies. Detailed course content was not available on the page at the time of extraction.
The course is offered at La Trobe University, however specific campus locations for this double degree were not listed on the page at the time of extraction.
Prospective students can apply through La Trobe University's standard application process. The university offers various entry pathways including early entry programs, ATAR-based entry, and pathways for non-Year 12 students, as outlined on the La Trobe website.
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