Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Biomedicine

La Trobe University (La Trobe)

CRICOS 116914E · Duration: 5.5 Years

Duration

286 weeks

Course Overview

About This Course

Get the skills, knowledge and industry you need to launch a legal career in the world of scientific advancement with La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Biomedicine. In this double degree, you'll develop a solid legal grounding in the fundamentals of legal practice, and hone your skillset in advocacy, negotiation and dispute resolution through intellectual and skills-based training. At the same time, you'll explore how the body works as you build essential knowledge in chemistry, bioscience and health. By studying La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Biomedicine, you will: explore legal topics such as dispute resolution, evidence and criminal procedure, contract law and company law, and public law develop foundational knowledge in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, human physiology, infectious and non-communicable disease choose a biomedicine major in cancer, heart and brain diseases; immunology and infectious disease; physiology and pharmacology; or molecular and cellular biochemistry get hands-on experience through legal placements in community legal centres, law firms, government agencies and more, and build relationships with judges, magistrates and coroners gain practical biomedical experience with lab work, field work, internship opportunities and overseas exchange opportunities.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements
Recent secondary education - VTAC prerequisite: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

Recent secondary education - VTAC prerequisite: 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, any Biology, Chemistry, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Physics 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.

International: 6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

All Non Year 12: Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

Recent secondary education - VTAC prerequisite: This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.

Non Year 12 - Higher Education study: Applicants who have undertaken studies in a language other than English must demonstrate that they have achieved the required minimum scores in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic) or equivalent. Refer to Language requirements for further information.

Non Year 12 - Work and life experience: Applicants who have not successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or equivalent are ineligible to apply for this course. This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations

Non Year 12 - Vocational Education & Training: Applicants who have not successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or equivalent are ineligible to apply for this course. This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities
After graduation, you could pursue a range of roles across law, health and biotechnology. Possible roles include: health or medical lawyer compliance manager intellectual property lawyer research and development manager public health policymaker.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

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 is the Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Biomedicine at La Trobe University?

The Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Biomedicine is a combined double degree offered at La Trobe University, allowing students to study both law and biomedicine concurrently. However, the specific course details, curriculum, and entry requirements were not available on the page at the time of retrieval.

Where is La Trobe University located?

La Trobe University is an Australian University registered with TEQSA (PRV12132) and holds CRICOS Provider number 00115M, with multiple campus locations across Victoria and beyond, though specific campus addresses for this course were not listed on the retrieved page.

Does La Trobe University offer scholarships for this double degree?

La Trobe University does offer scholarships, including international scholarships, as indicated by the scholarships section on their website. Prospective students are encouraged to visit the La Trobe scholarships page for specific eligibility and application details relevant to their chosen course.

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