La Trobe University

Overview

La Trobe University's Bachelor of Laws (Honours) – Science program uniquely integrates legal education with scientific inquiry. This degree equips students with essential skills in dispute resolution and public/private law while fostering the ability to analyze data and apply scientific principles to regulatory and policy challenges.

What you'll study

Typical course components include:

• Big ideas in science: Life, the universe, and everything
• Dispute resolution
• Legal institutions and methods
• Making sense of data
• Principles of criminal law
• Principles of public law
• Career options and professional identity

Honours and capstone: The Honours component involves advanced study and an extended assessment pathway, which may include research or a capstone project, depending on the program's academic structure.

Electives and science-law alignment: Students can choose law electives that align with their interests, including environmental law, international law, intellectual property law, cyber law, and policy, subject to availability each semester.

Work-integrated learning: There may be opportunities for placements in legal and scientific settings, contingent on partner availability and course requirements.

Entry requirements

Applicants must satisfy the entry criteria established by La Trobe University for the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) – Science program. Specific GPA or grade-point thresholds are not detailed for this program.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) – Science are well-prepared for diverse career paths that intersect law and science. Potential roles include legal practitioners, policy advisors, environmental consultants, and various positions within government and non-government organizations that require a robust understanding of both legal frameworks and scientific principles.