Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Computer Science
Swinburne University of Technology
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00111D
The Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Computer Science provides an accredited qualification in law whilst providing students with a focus on developing expertise in software development and computer science. The degree provides students with a broad, well-rounded legal education that inculcates an understanding of the role the law plays in our society and of how it can assist Australia as a trading nation. Students receive extensive education in contemporary approaches to the analysis, design and implementation of large-scale systems, along with a sound understanding of the traditional aspects of computer science such as hardware and operating systems. Like all IT courses at Swinburne, this course pays particular attention to the human factors involved in the development, deployment and use of computer-based systems. There is a focus on applications involving mobile and web-based systems, with an emphasis on the design of effective human-computer interfaces. A range of options in the degree allows students to study advanced subjects in computer science areas including artificial intelligence, computer networks, database, enterprise systems and programming languages. Graduates of this course will have extensive skills in system development, particularly relating to medium- and large-scale projects, will have developed experience in working on team projects, and will have well-developed oral and written communication skills.
Structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Computer Science requires students to complete units of study to the value of 500 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
Subjects
- ENG10001 Introduction to Australian Law and Statutory Interpretation
- ENG10002 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW10011Commercial Law
- MTH10012 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW10014Criminal Law and Procedure
- PHY10001 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW10025Legal Writing
- COS10009 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW20009Administrative Law
- COS10025 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW20011Federal and State Constitutional Law
- ENG10003 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW20013Land Law
- MTH10013 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW20040Copyright
- EAT20008 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW30011Equity and Trusts
- EAT40005 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW30013Legal Practice and Professional Conduct
- ENG40005 Core unit, 12.5 credit pointsLAW30029Professional Experience in Law 1
- ENG40007 Core unitLAW20018Professional Experience in Law 3
- COS10004 Computer Systems
- COS10009 Introduction to Programming
- COS10025 Technology in an Indigenous Context Project
- COS10026 Computing Technology Inquiry Project
- TNE10006 Networks and Switching
- COS20007 Object Oriented Programming
- COS40005 Computing Technology Project A
- COS40006 Computing Technology Project B
Standard entry requirements
Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
Recognition
The Bachelor of Laws satisfies the academic requirements for admission to practice as a lawyer in the Victorian and Australian Federal legal systems as set by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board. Please be advised that non-academic requirements must also be satisfied for admission to practice and that no law degree allows graduates to practise straight away.
Study pathways
Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides advanced standing to the second. Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Hawthorn | International: $216,400 | No |
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Further information
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides students with opportunities to gain invaluable skills and confidence in knowing that they have what it takes to land a job in their field by graduation. Students can also earn credit towards their degree. Choose from 6- or 12-month professional placements, professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements. Note: Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions.
