Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Media and Communication

About the course

This double degree combines legal education with contemporary media and communication study. You’ll build core knowledge of Australian law and legal practice while developing skills in communication, media industries and content development. The program is designed to broaden your professional options across law and media-related sectors, with study that supports strong analytical, writing and advocacy capabilities in both disciplines at bachelor level. The programme builds legal reasoning, case analysis, and professional ethics for legal practice and public service pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates are equipped for professional entry roles in Law and further postgraduate study. Graduates pursue roles in legal practice, corporate counsel, compliance, and public sector law. Preparing graduates for legal practice, paralegal, compliance, and public sector legal support roles.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)