Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Science

About the course

This undergraduate programme at Hawthorn campus builds core and applied knowledge in Law. Modules develop case analysis, statutory interpretation, mooting, and professional ethics for legal practice. The programme builds legal reasoning, case analysis, and professional ethics for legal practice and public service pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue pathways in legal practice and in science- and technology-adjacent roles where legal insight is valuable. Career options may include legal and compliance roles, policy and regulatory work, corporate governance, intellectual property support, and roles in organisations working with scientific or technical issues. Outcomes depend on the science discipline chosen, supported by an undergraduate double degree in Law and Science. 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)