Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

About the course

Stand out with a law degree committed to social impact and community engagement. Our dedicated four-year Law (Honours) degree gives you a strong academic and professional foundation with the ability to match your legal career to your area of interest through a range of specialised electives.Put your legal skills to the test with hands-on practical learning opportunities through our Legal Internship Program, work-based learning, the Law Clinic, overseas study programs, and leading mooting program.

Career outcome

La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours) fulfills the academic requirements needed to practise law in Victoria. Upon graduation, you can work in various fields such as legal practice, community services, international development, environmental protection, government, banking, and professional services.Possible roles include:Barrister or solicitorCommunity services managerGovernment relations managerDevelopment sector managerPolice prosecutor, policy advisorIn-house counselCourt officer or registrar.

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)