Course Overview

About This Course

Through this double degree program, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and tools to navigate the evolving legal and global business environment. The Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce program will teach you about the impacts of technology on legal practice and global commerce. You'll learn how to develop practical strategies for real-world business and legal situations, while keeping cultural and diversity frameworks in mind to foster inclusivity. To prepare you for the evolving nature of organisations, you'll learn how to think critically to solve legal problems, address emerging challenges and cultivate leadership skills to drive organisational change. You will gain a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the Australian legal system and fundamental legal principles, as well as comparative and international legal systems. You will learn about the ethical framework in which the Australian legal system operates, and gain fundamental knowledge of the extra legal factors that can affect the law. Shaped by RMIT's strong industry connections, you will develop the skills you need to be successful in the career pathway of your choice. Once you graduate, you will have access to traditional legal careers requiring admission to practice.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne City Campus, RMIT University, Melbourne VIC

124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

You must have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (or equivalent qualification).
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL; or a study score of at least 27 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent studies.
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or equivalent studies.
For Semester 1 2026 applicants, this course has a Guaranteed ATAR of 90.00 (excluding adjustment factors).
The lowest selection rank to which an offer was made (including adjustments) for current and recent Year 12 applicants is 86.05.
The Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce is not available to applicants whose highest education is Vocational Education and Training Study.
For Higher Education applicants: Successful completion of an Australian associate degree (or equivalent) and no double-fail in any required course of the receiving degree; or successful completion of at least 4 courses (subjects) at an Australian undergraduate level (or equivalent) and no double-fail in any required course of the receiving degree.
Completion of an Australian higher education diploma level (or equivalent) does not satisfy the minimum entry requirements for this course.
For Work and Life Experience applicants: You must have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (or equivalent qualification) and meet the stated prerequisites. Work and life experience does not provide any additional consideration for entry to this program. You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

With qualifications in both the law and commerce fields, you'll be well placed to pursue a range of career opportunities. You could choose to work in the commercial legal sector as a lawyer, using your understanding of commerce and technology to become an expert in this space. The program also opens doors to diverse opportunities outside the legal realm, including business, media, politics or academia. Your adaptable skills will pave the way for leadership and innovation in various career domains, aligning with your ambitions and goals. Note: To be eligible to be admitted to practise law in Australia, you will need to complete the Practical Legal Training (PLT) requirements, either through one year of Supervised Workplace Training with a law firm or an approved PLT course. The PLT course can be undertaken on a fee-paying basis through Leo Cussen Centre for Law or The College of Law.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB VIC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

State Legal Admission Authority

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units3 units

LAW2589

Justice Innovation

You will work in partnership with industry and your peers to develop an innovative justice solution to a current social problem.

LAW2586

Enterprise Law: Designing Legal Solutions

Based on a law firm simulation where you'll advise start-ups on their legal issues. Also serves as a capstone experience.

BUSM2726

Navigating Australian Commerce in the Digital Age

Involves interacting with organisations (industry, government and community) through discipline-relevant projects.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors can I choose from in the commerce component of this double degree?

As part of the commerce component of this double degree, you can study a major which has been developed for its relevance to the modern commercial world. Majors include: Cyber Security Law and Governance, Enterprise AI and Business Analytics, International Business, Marketing Technology, and Quantitative Economics and Finance.

How many subjects do I need to complete to graduate from the Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce?

To graduate from the Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce, you must complete the following: 19 core law subjects (228 credit points), 5 law options subjects (60 credit points), 8 core commerce subjects (96 credit points), and 8 commerce major subjects (96 credit points).

Will I be eligible to practise law in Australia after completing this degree?

Once you graduate, you will have access to traditional legal careers requiring admission to practice. However, to be eligible to be admitted to practise law in Australia, you will need to complete the Practical Legal Training (PLT) requirements, either through one year of Supervised Workplace Training with a law firm or an approved PLT course. The PLT course can be undertaken on a fee-paying basis through Leo Cussen Centre for Law or The College of Law.

What is the Guaranteed ATAR for the 2026 intake of this course?

For Semester 1 2026 applicants, this course has a Guaranteed ATAR of 90.00 (excluding adjustment factors). This means that if you receive an ATAR equal to or above this and meet the course prerequisites, RMIT will guarantee you an offer in this course. If you receive an ATAR below this guarantee, you may still receive an offer, depending on the availability of places in this course and whether you are eligible to receive any adjustment factors.

What kinds of industry experience will I gain during this program?

The Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce has strong ties to industry through Work Integrated Learning (WIL) subjects. For the legal component, you'll undertake LAW2589 Justice Innovation (12 credit points) where you will work in partnership with industry and your peers to develop an innovative justice solution to a current social problem. You'll also undertake LAW2586 Enterprise Law: Designing Legal Solutions (12 credit points), which is based on a law firm simulation where you'll advise start-ups on their legal issues. In the commerce component, BUSM2726 Navigating Australian Commerce in the Digital Age (12 credit points) involves interacting with organisations (industry, government and community) through discipline-relevant projects.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $58,000 to $76,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $76,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $140,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantFinancial AnalystManagement ConsultantBusiness AnalystMarketing Coordinator

Key Skills

Financial analysis and reportingAccounting principles and practiceStrategic business planning and decision-makingData analysis and business analyticsMarketing strategy and consumer behaviour

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