Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Media and Communication

    Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Media and Communication

    Duration5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 31,279 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 2, 2026
    Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Media and Communication

    About

    Get the the skills and experience to broaden your legal career in an evolving media landscape with La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Media and Communication.

    Gain a powerful skillset in dispute resolution, evidence and criminal procedure, contract law, company law and public law. Build media expertise as you hone your understanding of contract management, regulation and representation. Get hands-on experience in our purpose-built, industry-grade Upstart newsroom or via work-based learning with our prestigious media industry partners or a range of legal settings, including community legal centres, law firms and government agencies.

    By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Media and Communication, you will:

    • develop key skills in negotiation and examine the processes of arbitration, conciliation and mediation in private and commercial disputes
    • develop foundational skills in digital media, storytelling, communication and critical thinking
    • look behind the headlines and investigate the social, ethical, legal and technological questions that confront media producers every day
    • complete the subjects required by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB) to meet the requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria
    • graduate with two degrees in only five years to gain a competitive career edge, with options in a wide range of industries.

    The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 – Bachelor Degree Honours.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

    Career

    The Bachelor of Laws (Honours) course includes the subjects required by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board (VLAB) to meet the requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria. Combining law with media and communications can lead to a range of careers in the public or private sector. Possible roles include:

    • barrister or solicitor
    • intellectual property lawyer
    • in-house counsel
    • media and communications manager
    • political communications adviser
    • public servant
    • social media manager.
    Software Developer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    31,279 / Year
    Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Media and Communication
    La Trobe University
    La Trobe University
    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne